1st Shift Forklift Operator

fxiexternalsite; High Point (NC); Vor Ort; USD 21.000 - 32.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance (basic and optional)

Disability coverage

401(k) with company match

Tuition assistance

Flexible spending accounts

Zusammenfassung

FXI is seeking a Forklift Operator for our High Point, NC facility. This on-site role supports production by moving foam materials, staging blocks, and maintaining organized inventories while adhering to safety standards.

The position requires forklift certification, basic math and inventory skills, and the ability to work with chemicals safely. Candidates should be able to stand for long periods and maintain meticulous attention to detail.

Qualifikationen

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification required.
• Ability to lift, push, or maneuver bulky foam materials safely.
• Basic math and inventory tracking skills.
• Understand chemical handling safety procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and organization.
• Ability to stand for long periods.

Aufgaben

• Move foam blocks, sheets, and finished products around facility.
• Stage foam for cutting, fabrication, or shipping.
• Label and organize inventory in storage areas.
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory tracking.
• Inspect materials for damage or safety concerns.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas.
• Follow safety procedures when handling chemicals.

Kenntnisse

Forklift cert

Inventory tracking

Chemical safety

Attention to detail

Material handling

Physical stamina

Basic math

Ausbildung

Diploma/GED

Jobbeschreibung

Job Title: Forklift Operator

Location: High Point, NC

Job Type: On-Site

Reporting to: Production Supervisor

Director Reports: None

Company Overview:

FXI is a leading producer of foam innovation in Bedding, Furniture, Industrial, Home & Office, Healthcare, and Transportation markets. We have made it our mission to provide tailored solutions that delight our customers and consumers. With our corporate headquarters, high-tech research and development facility, and multiple manufacturing locations in North America, FXI has built a culture of innovation and achievement that is recognized by customers, suppliers and peers. Our products include finished goods, sub-assemblies, services, and raw materials for OEMs, fabricators, and retailers. You will find FXI's foam innovations inside, around, and under yourself in countless applications. Everywhere foam goes, FXI's innovations lead the way! Won't you join us?

Site Overview:

Our High Point, North Carolina facility is a non-union manufacturing plant with approximately 55 employees. The site specializes in producing polyurethane foam and other foam products. As a key location within FXI's manufacturing network, the High Point plant is known for its strong focus on quality, safety, and operational excellence. Team members work in a collaborative, supportive environment where continuous improvement and innovation play a central role.

Job Overview:

The Material Handler (Foam Industry) is responsible for transporting, storing, and organizing foam materials, chemicals, and finished products within a foam manufacturing facility. This role ensures production lines remain fully supplied and that foam blocks, sheets, or components are handled safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Move large foam blocks, sheets, and finished products throughout the facility
• Stage foam blocks for cutting, fabrication, or shipping
• Label and organize inventory in designated storage areas
• Assist with cycle counts and inventory tracking systems
• Inspect materials for damage or quality concerns
• Maintain clean and organized work areas
• Move and scan material to the proper location in the work area.
• Maintain neat and orderly stacks of buns. Scan material to the correct location(s)
• Control and monitor inventories (buns, racks, & finished parts)
• Unload bun trailers on an occasional basis (if needed)
• Follow safety procedures, especially when handling chemical

Skills / Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Forklift certification
• Ability to safely handle large, lightweight but bulky foam materials
• Basic math and inventory tracking skills
• Understanding of chemical handling safety procedures
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Ability to lift, push, or maneuver materials and stand for long

Total Rewards:

We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic and optional life insurance
• Short-and-long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Tuition assistance
• Flexible spending accounts

Our Commitment to a Diverse Workforce:

FXI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FXI does not discriminate in employment matters based on race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or based on any individual’s membership in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We support workplace diversity. We strongly believe that diversity contributes to a broader collective perspective that will consistently lead to a better company and better products. We are working hard to increase the diversity of our team wherever we can.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas.