2nd Shift Forklift Operator

UFP Industries, Inc; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc in Salisbury, NC is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material from inventory to production and back, ensuring accurate paperwork and production records.

You will support production with timely material flow, maintain clean inventory yards, and follow safety rules. No prior experience required, but forklift licensing must be completed and you must be at least 18.

Qualifications

• 9th grade education or GED; HS diploma preferred
• Forklift driver licensing must be completed
• Must be at least 18 years old

Responsibilities

• Move material between inventory, production and warehouse.
• Band, wrap, pack finished goods and label material.
• Support production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Complete pre-shift startup equipment checklist.
• Maintain organized inventory yard and records.
• Follow forklift safety policies and participate in safety programs.

Skills

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Forklift operation

Education

9th grade or equivalent

HS diploma or GED preferred

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.

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.