Forklift Operator

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Our Garden Distribution division is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to join our team in Lebanon, OR. The ideal candidate will be safety-conscious, dependable, and able to perform required functions efficiently while meeting tight schedules and deadlines.

• Perform work in accordance with established safety policies and procedures; comply with all work rules, standards, instructions, and requirements
• Maintain a clean and safe workplace and follow required safety procedures; promptly notify the Warehouse Manager of any safety or mechanical issues
• Safely and efficiently operate a forklift, including use of a pallet-flipping apparatus.
• Load and unload trucks, and stock the warehouse as needed.
• Rotate stock according to FIFO (First In, First Out) to ensure freshness and quality.
• Utilize SAP to print required loading documents and perform related tasks.
• Collaborate effectively with coworkers and demonstrate flexibility in performing a variety of job duties.
• Carry out all responsibilities with good judgment, common sense, and adherence to company safety, quality, and ethics policies.

• Minimum of 3 years of warehouse forklift experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret job-related documents and make decisions to resolve in-process issues.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage multiple assignments.
• Willingness to learn and utilize SAP software; prior SAP experience is a plus.
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

• Manual labor required in position, including lifting materials up to 50 lbs.
• Daily use of industrial equipment such as forklifts and other material handling tools.

• This position pays $20.00 per hour depending on experience.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life and Disability Insurance
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401k with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution
• Paid vacation, holidays, and sick time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Access to thousands of free online courses
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more!
• Education Assistance (both college degrees and professional certifications)
• Referral Program with cash bonus
• Access to on-demand pay.
• Paid parental leave.

Central Garden & Pet Company (NASDAQ: CENT), (NASDAQ: CENTA) understands that home is central to life and has proudly nurtured happy and healthy homes for over 40 years. With fiscal 2024 net sales of $3.2 billion, Central is on a mission to lead the future of the pet and garden industries. The Company’s innovative and trusted products are dedicated to helping lawns grow greener, gardens bloom bigger, pets live healthier, and communities grow stronger.

Central is home to a leading portfolio of more than 65 high-quality brands including Amdro®, Aqueon®, Cadet®, C&S®, Farnam®, Ferry-Morse®, Four Paws®, Kaytee®, Nylabone® and Pennington®, strong manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a passionate, entrepreneurial growth culture. Central is based in Walnut Creek, California, with 6,450 employees primarily across North America. Visit  to learn more.

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.

Mid-Senior level

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Manufacturing