Forklift Operator

Green Garden Products • Full-time • Norton, Massachusetts, United States • $15 - $17 / hour • 14h ago

The Forklift Operator/Order Picker maintains production flow to and from the production line and coordinates inbound and outbound loads to meet production needs and customer orders during shipping season. The Forklift Operator/Order Picker will be required to work the production lines during offseason which includes but is not limited to, Light Assembly, Pick Pack, Pack out, Tray building and Pallet build.

Responsibilities:

• Unload materials and merchandise from incoming vehicles and safely stack them to assigned places

• Locate and move stock of products to pallets or crates for storage or shipment

• Identify damages and report shortages or quality deficiencies

• Transport raw materials to production workstations

• Daily safety and maintenance check of vehicle, report any concerns

• Keep updated accurate records of inventory and activity logs

• Comply with company policies and legal guidelines

• Help maintain a safe and orderly environment of the facilities

• Follow all safety requirements and standards per guidelines

• Support production lines as needed as a line associate, including Light Assembly, Pick Pack, Pallet Build, Pack Out, Tray Building and any area deemed necessary to meet business needs.

• Other duties to assist production as requested

Job Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent (GED) required

• Proven experience as a forklift operator utilizing various machines including high reach; minimum 1 year

• Valid certification to operate forklifts

• Attention to detail and familiarity with industrial equipment

• Excellent physical condition and coordination, physical ability to lift 50 lbs.

• Effective listening, communication (verbal and written)

• Manage time effectively and adapt quickly to changing priorities

• Strong organizational skills

Working Conditions

• Ability to work long periods standing and walking

• Ability to sustain prolonged physical activity; including lifting up to 50lbs. frequently

• Manufacturing setting with temperature changes and fluctuations

Benefits Package and Employee Programs

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Free Life and Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• 401k with 3% company match and annual profit-sharing bonus!

• Paid time off and Holidays

• Employee Assistance Program

• Access to thousands of free online courses

• Access to on-demand pay

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law. Green Garden Products participates in E-Verify.