General Warehouse​/Forklift Driver

Green Garden Products, a subsidiary of Central Garden & Pet, the number one supplier of top‑quality flower seeds and non‑GMO vegetable seeds, is now seeking a General Warehouse/Forklift Driver for the Norton, MA facility. This is a non‑exempt, full‑time position. Please see our website at  for additional company information.

The General Warehouse/Forklift Driver 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 driver will also work the production lines during the offseason, including Light Assembly, Pick‑Pack, Pack‑Out, Tray Building and Pallet Build. This position pays $17–$20 per hour depending on experience.

• 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.
• Perform daily safety and maintenance checks of the vehicle and report any concerns.
• Keep 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:
  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.

• 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, eyesight and coordination; ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Effective listening and communication skills (verbal and written).
• Ability to manage time effectively and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills.

• Ability to work long periods standing and walking.
• Ability to sustain prolonged physical activity, including lifting up to 50 lbs. frequently.
• Manufacturing setting with temperature changes and fluctuations.

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
• Free Life and Disability Insurance.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401(k) with 3% company match and annual employer discretionary contribution.
• Paid vacation, holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Access to thousands of free online courses.
• Discounts on cell phones, movie tickets, gym memberships, and more.
• 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.