Forklift Driver

UFP Industries, Inc.; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Bartow, FL is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory, production, and finished goods. You will prepare and label loads, assist with bottlenecks, and help keep yards organized while maintaining accurate records.

The role requires basic math skills, forklift licensing, and being at least 18 years old; previous forklift experience is preferred but not mandatory.

Qualifications

• Forklift driving experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to perform basic math and inventory tasks.
• Must pass forklift licensing process.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Move material between inventory, production, and finished goods.
• Band, wrap, pack, and label finished goods.
• Transport finished goods to inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assist production with material bottlenecks and needs.
• Perform general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete pre-shift startup equipment checklists and report issues.
• Keep inventory yard organized and clean.
• Maintain production records as required.
• Follow forklift safety rules and company policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory techniques

Basic math

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

9th grade education

Job description

## Forklift DriverApply: Bartow, FL (523): Full time: Posted Today: R22963**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 ageClick here to watch what a day in the life of a Forklift Operator looks like.