Forklift Driver

UFP Industries, Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Kansas City, MO is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material from inventory to production and back, ensuring accurate paperwork and production records in line with the schedule.

In a fast-paced environment, you will stage materials, wrap and label goods, maintain orderly inventory yards, support bottlenecks, and participate in safety programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade education; high school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Forklift experience required.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Move material in process from one station to another.
• Fast paced production environment tasks.
• Band, wrap and label finished goods; label material.
• Move finished goods from production area to finished goods inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Provide general preventive maintenance on equipment.

Skills

Forklift experience

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Forklift licensing process

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 as necessary


• Fast paced production environment


• 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


• Forklift experience required


• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques


• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process


• Must be at least 18 years of age

Starting at $22.00/hr depends on experience

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.