Forklift Operator

UFP Industries, Inc.; Gaffney (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Gaffney, SC is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production, maintaining accurate paperwork and production records.

This role requires basic math, inventory awareness, and adherence to safety and company policies; candidates must be at least 18 and able to obtain forklift licensing; prior forklift experience is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Basic math and inventory techniques required or preferred.
• Forklift operation experience not required but preferred.
• Must be able to obtain Forklift Driver licensing.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to work full time.

Responsibilities

• Move material in process between stations as needed.
• Band, wrap, or label finished goods and move to inventory or warehouse.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Perform general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete pre-shift startup equipment checklist and report issues.
• Maintain organized inventory yard and production records.

Skills

Forklift operation

Math basics

Inventory techniques

Forklift licensing

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

## Forklift OperatorApplylocations: Gaffney, SCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R21819**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.