Forklift Driver

UFP Industries; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company based in Dallas, Texas is looking for a Forklift Driver to manage the movement of materials between production and inventory. This entry-level, full-time position requires basic math skills and a high school diploma is preferred but not mandatory. Candidates should complete the Forklift Driver licensing process and should be at least 18 years old. Join a dynamic team focused on efficiency and safety in a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum 9th grade education, high school diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift driving experience is preferred but not required.

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 inventory yard or warehouse.
• Completes pre-shift startup equipment checklist.
• Maintains rough material and finished goods inventory yard organized.

Skills

Forklift driving

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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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

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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Management and Manufacturing