Forklift

UFP Industries; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production, ensuring accurate paperwork and records. The role provides material from inventory according to the production schedule and supports various departments.

Responsibilities include stacking, labeling, and transporting goods, plus assisting with bottlenecks, performing basic maintenance, and completing pre-shift checklists. Equal opportunity employer and cost-of-living adjustments may apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade basic education; HS diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• No minimum experience required; forklift driving experience preferred.
• Basic math and inventory techniques knowledge preferred.
• Must successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Move material between inventory, production, and finished goods as needed.
• Band, wrap, label finished goods and maintain paperwork.
• 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 rough material and finished goods yards.
• Complete production records as required.
• Follow forklift rules and company policies.
• Participate in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Safety awareness

Forklift driving

Forklift licensing

Education

9th grade education

High school diploma or GED (preferred but not required)

Tools

Forklift

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

Compensation & Benefit Information: Hourly/Salary Pay Range: $18.00 - $21.00/hour dependent on experience* *pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Bonus/Incentive Pay (only include one from the list below based on the job):

3. For hourly positions with incentive pay: Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also 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

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.