forklift Operator

UFP Industries; Hillsboro (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Hillsboro, Texas is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory, production, and finished goods. You will maintain accurate paperwork and production records, supporting production schedules and material flow on the shop floor.

No minimum experience required, though forklift driving experience is preferred. Candidates should have basic math skills, be at least 18, and be willing to complete forklift licensing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade basic education; GED preferred but not required.
• Forklift driving experience is preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Moves material in process from one station to another as needed.
• 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.
• Maintains rough material and finished goods inventory yard organized and clean.
• Completes production records as required and follows forklift policies.
• Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Inventory management

Record keeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift licensing

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.

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 requiredFollows 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.