Job Description

This role operates sit-down forklifts to safely move, load, unload, stack, and organize products, equipment, and materials within a warehouse environment. You contribute directly to efficient seed delivery and returns by handling quality packages, maintaining accurate inventory records with warehouse management systems and RF scanners, and supporting a clean, orderly, and safe facility. You work closely with warehouse supervisors and team leads, follow regulatory and safety requirements, and use basic computer skills to complete daily tasks.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift professionally and safely, maintaining accident-free performance at all times.
• Complete and document regular forklift inspections, ensuring equipment is in proper working condition.
• Perform systematic maintenance and cleaning of the forklift to keep it in optimal operating condition.
• Use warehouse management systems (WMS) and RF scanners to track the location of goods and ensure accurate data entry during all material handling activities.
• Push, pull, lift, stack, tier, and move products, equipment, and materials throughout the warehouse as directed.
• Load and unload trucks and pallets efficiently while protecting product quality and minimizing damage.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and free of debris to support a safe and efficient work environment.
• Perform additional manual tasks as directed by the warehouse supervisor or team lead, such as sampling, inventory counts, and general cleaning.
• During seed delivery and return seasons, ensure proper loading and unloading of transport vehicles with quality packages to meet customer expectations.
• Follow all safety standards and regulatory requirements, including initiating and following emergency procedures when necessary.
• Accurately count inventory when moving and organizing products and materials.
• Read and interpret scales and related measurement tools to support accurate material handling.
• Use computers and related technology (PCs, scanners, WMS) with mid-level proficiency to complete job tasks.
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors, and work independently or as part of a team as needed.
• Operate the forklift alertly and attentively in tighter, confined spaces while maintaining safe practices.
• Arrive at the work site reliably and on time, prepared to complete scheduled shifts and assigned duties.
• Maintain a positive attitude, enthusiasm, honesty, and a willingness to treat all colleagues and partners with respect.

Essential Skills

• Ability to operate a sit-down forklift safely and professionally in a warehouse environment.
• Ability to accurately count inventory while moving and organizing products and materials.
• Ability to read and interpret scales and other measurement tools.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to multi-task without compromising safety or accuracy.
• High level of alertness and awareness when driving a forklift, especially in tighter and confined spaces.
• Effective communication skills with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Ability to use RF scanners and warehouse management systems to track inventory and locations.
• Mid-level knowledge of computers and comfort using PCs and related software to complete job tasks.
• Capability to follow regulatory requirements and established safety procedures.
• Reliable transportation to the site and ability to arrive at the work location as instructed.
• Ability to pass pre-employment screenings.
• Consistent demonstration of enthusiasm, good attitude, honesty, and respect for others.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Approximately 1 year of forklift operating experience is preferred.
• Approximately 1 year of warehouse experience is preferred.
• Prior forklift certification is preferred and may be required depending on local regulations.
• Experience with inventory control and material handling in a warehouse setting.
• Comfort using sit-down forklifts with in-depth training provided on site.
• Familiarity with loading and unloading trucks and pallets in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience using RF scanners and warehouse management systems for inventory tracking.
• Ability to maintain a clean and organized work area while managing multiple tasks.

Why Work Here?

You join a mission-driven agricultural organization that supports farmers in feeding the world while protecting the planet, offering a safe, fast-paced, and team-oriented environment. The company empha