Forklift driver

UFP Industries, Inc.; Georgia; On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator I at our Adairsville, GA facility. This role moves material between inventory and production, maintains records, and ensures timely supply of materials to production lines.

It requires reliable basic math skills and adherence to safety policies. No previous forklift experience is required, but licensing and a willingness to learn are essential. The job emphasizes accuracy in paperwork and collaboration with the production team to minimize

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade education; HS diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Forklift driving experience preferred but not required.
• Basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
• Forklift licensing process required.

Responsibilities

• Move material in process from one station to another as needed.
• Band, wrap, and label finished goods and identify material.
• Move finished goods from production area to inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and other material needs.
• Provide general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete pre-shift startup equipment checklist and report problems.
• Keep inventory yard organized and clean for rough material and finished goods.
• Complete production records as required.
• Follow forklift rules and policy as described by Company policy.
• Participate in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

## Forklift driverApplylocations: Adairsville, GAtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R21844**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.