1st Shift Forklift Operator

UFP Industries; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Brunswick, GA is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move materials between inventory and production, ensuring proper paperwork and production records are maintained. You will provide material from inventory according to the production schedule and support production with timely material flow.

The role requires basic math, inventory awareness, and adherence to forklift safety rules. On-site position with opportunities to contribute to safety and continuous improvement programs.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience preferred but not required.
• Basic math and inventory techniques knowledge preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Completion of forklift driver licensing process.

Responsibilities

• Move material in process between stations as needed.
• Band, wrap, and label finished goods; update inventory.
• Move finished goods to inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Provide general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete pre-shift startup equipment checklists and report issues.
• Maintain organized inventory yard for rough material and finished goods.
• Complete production records as required.
• Follow forklift rules and company policies.
• Participate in safety, CI and other programs.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

9th grade or equivalent

Tools

Forklift licensing process

Job description

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.

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.