Forklift Operator II

1 Hour ago • All levels

Job Summary

Job Description

The Forklift Operator II is responsible for loading and unloading materials from trucks and rail cars, maintaining accurate paperwork, and shipping and receiving records. This role involves moving materials between storage and work areas, breaking packs to the correct size, and labeling materials before loading. The operator also performs preventive maintenance, completes checklists, and maintains the yard's organization and cleanliness. Other duties include completing required paperwork, emptying trash, and adhering to company forklift policies and safety programs. The position requires at least a 9th-grade education and prefers candidates with 6 months to 1 year of experience driving a forklift or similar equipment.
Must have:
  • Loads and unloads trucks and rail cars
  • Moves material from storage to work areas
  • Breaks and labels material
  • Completes preshift checklist
  • Follows forklift rules and policies
Good to have:
  • Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques
  • Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process

Job Details

Job Summary

Forklift Operator II is responsible for the loading and unloading of material on trucks and rail cars. Maintains correct paperwork and shipping and receiving records are required. Works under immediate supervision and relies on specific directions and instructions.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

  • Loads and unloads trucks and rail cars
  • Moves material and other products from storage to work areas and vice versa as required.
  • Breaks packs to correct size and labels material before loading product on a truck or rail car
  • Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment.
  • Completes preshiftstartup equipment checklist and reports any problems or concerns.
  • Maintains yard and ensures it is organized and clean.
  • Completes paperwork as required.
  • Empty trash and wood hoppers.
  • 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 GED preferred but not required
  • Prefers 6 months to 1 year of experience driving a forklift or operating similar equipment.
  • 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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