1st Shift Forklift Operator - Shipping
Job Summary
Job Description
The Forklift Operator I is responsible for moving material from inventory to production and back, and maintaining paperwork and production records. They provide materials to production departments based on the schedule. The role involves moving materials between stations, banding, wrapping, and labeling finished goods, and moving them to the inventory yard or warehouse. The operator also assists with production bottlenecks, performs equipment maintenance, completes checklists, organizes inventory areas, completes records, follows company policies, and participates in safety programs. The job requires a minimum of 9th-grade education and is best suited for individuals at least 18 years old.
Must have:
- Move materials between stations.
- Maintain correct paperwork.
- Operate a forklift safely.
Good to have:
- Forklift driving experience.
- Knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques.
- High school diploma or GED.
1 skill required
Job Details
Job Summary
Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required. Provides production departments with material from inventory according to production schedule.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
- Moves material in process from one station to another if necessary
- Bands, wraps and/or packs finished goods, and labels material
- Moves finished goods from production area to finished goods inventory yard or warehouse
- Assist production with bottlenecks and other material needs
- Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment
- Completes pre-shift startup equipment checklist and reports any problems or concerns
- Maintains rough material and finished goods inventory yard organized and clean
- Completes production records as required
- Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy
- Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings
- Performs other duties as required
Qualifications
- Minimum 9th grade basic education, High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
- No minimum experience is required however, forklift driving experience is preferred
- Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred
- Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process
- Must be at least 18 years of age
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About The Company
We're successful. We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We're family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be. We work hard and smart.
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