Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

27 Minutes ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

The Forklift Operator I is responsible for transporting materials between inventory and production areas, as well as maintaining accurate records. They provide production departments with materials as scheduled. Duties include moving materials, packing finished goods, and maintaining inventory yards. The operator also performs basic equipment maintenance, follows safety protocols, and completes necessary records. Additionally, they may be involved in safety and other programs. The role requires a basic level of education and a forklift license.
Must have:
  • Moves material in process from one station to another
  • Bands, wraps and/or packs finished goods, and labels material
  • Completes pre-shift startup equipment checklist
  • Maintains rough material and finished goods inventory yard organized and clean
  • Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
Good to have:
  • Forklift driving experience is preferred
  • Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred
Perks:
  • Medical insurance
  • Health savings account with company contribution
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Basic and voluntary life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Stock purchase program with employee discount
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Wellness programs and challenges

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.

Hourly Pay:  $16.50 dependent on experience

              

Bonus/Incentive Pay: A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

  • Medical insurance
  • Health savings account with company contribution
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Basic and voluntary life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Stock purchase program with employee discount
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Wellness programs and challenges 
  • Other supplemental benefits

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

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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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