Forklift Operator- 2nd & 3rd Shifts 1000 Sign-on Bonus

The Scotts Miracle Gro Company
US - Michigan - Imlay City
May 2, 2022

Here at Scotts Miracle-Gro there is no such thing as a typical day. Our culture is constantly energized by new and exciting growth opportunities and at a rapid pace. Every Associate plays an important role in providing innovative solutions for today’s gardeners and growers and contributing new ideas to improve operations. In our company you need grit, it is what we were founded on over 150 years ago and is what keeps us growing. Regardless of your level in the organization there is a platform for your voice to be heard and the ability to influence change. Family, community and hard working values are weaved into all that we do. Come grow with us, where we develop and nurture the next generation of leaders.

We are looking for 2nd & 3rd Shift Forklift Operators for our Imlay City mulch and soil manufacturing facility.

Starting pay rate is $17.00/hr based on experience
2nd Shift is from 2:00PM-10:30PM
3rd Shift is from 10:00PM-6:30AM
Currently offering a $1000 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating a forklift or other equipment to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The Operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle and may also be required to perform Order Filler and Checker duties.

What you’ll do in this role:

Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations.
Efficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate areas.
Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage.
Report quality variances.
Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped.
Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards.
Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage areas into rail cars or trailers.
Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, or other power equipment.
Use radio frequency equipment for picking, receiving, put away, and load functions, as required.
Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
On a daily basis, inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment.
Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods.
Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained.
Assist in physical inventories.
Ensure proper stock rotation.
Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area.
Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse.
Conduct operations in a manner that promotes safety.
Comply with OSHA and MSDS Standards.

What you’ll need to be successful:

Preferred education level is a High School Diploma or GED.
Must have at least one year experience operating a forklift.
Must be able to do basic math functions such as adding, subtracting and dividing.
Must be able to read orders for picking and staging of products.
Must be able to complete the pre-shift inspection forms. Must be able to pass the Scotts forklift exams and obtain and maintain a valid operator's license

What we do for you (just to name a few cool ones):

Up to 34 paid days off each year

13 paid company holidays

12 paid vacation days (accrued monthly)

7 paid sick days (56 hours, accrued monthly)

2 community service days

Three Medical plans to choose from with an option to participate in a health screening to earn substantial wellness incentives

Basic PPO Plan

Premium PPO Plan

High Deductible Health Saving Account (HSA) Plan with a company contribution

New hire benefits coverage begins within a month of your start date: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Vacation and Sick Time

Benefits are available to you, your spouse/domestic partner and your children

401(k) company match up to 7.5% with immediate participation and vesting

Ability to purchase company stock at a 15% discounted price from market value

Fitness and nutrition reimbursements

Adoption, fertility and surrogacy assistance

10 weeks of Parental Leave (4 weeks paid and 6 weeks unpaid)

Tuition reimbursement for Professional Certifications, Associate and Bachelor degree programs, and Graduate degree programs

To view all of our great benefits, click here!
• Eligibility for the above benefits may vary based on full-time/part-time status or additional factors.

Not interested in this role? Stay up to date on future opportunities by joining our ScottsMiracle-Gro and Hawthorne Gardening talent networks.

Scotts is an EEO Employer, dedicated to a culturally diverse, drug free workplace.

EEO/AA Employer/Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity

Notification to Agencies:

Please note that the Scotts Miracle-Gro company does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement, and specific approval to submit resumes to an approved requisition, the Scotts Miracle-Gro company will not consider or approve payment regarding recruiter fees or referral compensations.

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