Forklift Operator

UFP Industries, Inc.; Bartow (FL); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Bartow, FL is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production and maintain accurate records.

You will follow safety rules and company policies while supporting production schedules and material flow. Responsibilities include moving material between stations, packing finished goods, stocking the warehouse yard, assisting with bottlenecks, and performing routine equipment checks.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation knowledge is preferred.
• Basic math and inventory techniques helpful.
• Commitment to safety and policy compliance.
• Forklift licensing process must be completed.

Responsibilities

• Move material in process between stations.
• Band, wrap and/or pack finished goods and label material.
• Move finished goods to inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Maintain organized and clean inventory yard.
• Complete production records as required.
• Follow forklift rules per Company policy.
• Participate in safety and other programs.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Basic math

Safety awareness

Forklift licensing

Education

HS diploma or GED preferred

Job description

## Forklift OperatorApply: Bartow, FL (523): Full time: Posted Today: R22546**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.