Forklift Operator

Sun Gro Horticulture is one of the most prominent North American horticultural companies, employing over 800 staff and serving customers worldwide. Since its humble beginnings in 1929, it has become the leading supplier of soilless growing mixes to North America’s top 100 greenhouse and nursery growers, shipping over 70,000 truckloads of product annually. Sun Gro products are made to exacting standards and conform to high product quality and performance criteria.

Sun Gro Horticulture recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. The primary goal of Sun Gro® is to promote individual employees’ sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with Sun Gro Horticulture. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at Sun Gro.

Role: Forklift Operator

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Shipping & Receiving Supervisor, the Forklift Operator is responsible for loading and unloading products using a forklift into and out of various trucks and trailers. This role includes completing shipping and receiving paperwork, checking shipments in and out, performing monthly inventory counts, breaking down pallets, and safely handling case goods up to 70 lbs. The Forklift Operator is also responsible for conducting daily forklift inspections, maintaining a clean and organized yard, and performing additional duties as assigned by management or team leaders.

Compensation: $18.50-20.00 an hour

Benefits

• Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & other benefits)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Employee Support and Mental Wellness
• Short term disability
• 401k Match
• Paid vacation
• Floating days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Engagement Events
• Awards and Recognition
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Perks & Discounts
  
  

Job Responsibilities

• Loading and unloading products using a forklift into and out of various trucks and trailers.
• Load and unload the correct product into trucks and trailers
• Complete all required paperwork accurately, including matching purchase orders and receiving documents and placing them in the correct locations
• Apply required safety devices to trailers (wheel chocks, safety chains, loading plates, etc.)
• Break down full pallets to create partial pallets for special loads
• Maintain a professional and respectful attitude when interacting with truck drivers and office personnel
• Keep the yard clean, safe, and organized
• Drive the forklift safely and perform daily forklift inspections
• Lift up to 70 lbs as required
• Perform monthly inventory counts and calculate/pull case goods
• Carry out additional duties as assigned by management
  
  

Qualifications

• Fluent in verbal and written English
• Ability to follow direction and specific instructions
• Good communication skills
• Knowledge of forklift operations and safe material handling practices
• Ability to safely perform lifting up to 70 lbs on a routine basis
• Comfortable with standing, walking, and operating equipment for extended periods
• Ability to safely operate equipment in varying weather and yard conditions
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Positive, team-oriented attitude and dependable work ethic
• Ability to work safely around other personnel and vehicles
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and background check