Forklift Operator

UFP Gordon, LLC; Delano Township (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Gordon, LLC is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production while maintaining accurate paperwork and records.

You will support production with timely material handling, keep the inventory yard organized, and follow all forklift safety rules and company policies. No formal experience required; 18+ and basic math skills are expected.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Move material between inventory, production, and finished goods.
• Band, wrap and/or pack finished goods and label material.
• Maintain inventory yard organized and clean.
• Complete production records as required.
• Follow forklift rules and company policies.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Provide general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete pre-shift startup equipment checklist and report issues.
• Participate in safety meetings and CI programs.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Basic math

Paperwork handling

Education

High school diploma or GED (preferred but not required)

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 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

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.