Forklift Operator

UFP Industries, Inc; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator II in Lansing, MI. The role loads and unloads trucks and rail cars, maintains accurate shipping and receiving records, and follows forklift safety rules under supervision.

Responsibilities include moving material, labeling products, and completing required paperwork, with focus on safety and efficiency in a warehouse setting. Equal opportunity employer continuing day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th-grade education; High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Prefers 6 months to 1 year of forklift or similar equipment experience.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trucks and rail cars.
• Moves material between storage and work areas; labels and prepares product for loading.
• Breaks packs to correct size and labels material for shipping.
• Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Completes pre-shift startup equipment checklist and reports issues.
• Maintains organized yard and cleanliness.
• Completes required paperwork.
• Follows forklift rules and company policies.
• Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Forklift Operator II is responsible for the loading and unloading of material on trucks and rail cars. Maintains correct paperwork and shipping and receiving records are required. Works under immediate supervision and relies on specific directions and instructions.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trucks and rail cars
• Moves material and other products from storage to work areas and vice versa as required.
• Breaks packs to correct size and labels material before loading product on a truck or rail car
• Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Completes preshiftstartup equipment checklist and reports any problems or concerns.
• Maintains yard and ensures it is organized and clean.
• Completes paperwork as required.
• Empty trash and wood hoppers.
• 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 GED preferred but not required
• Prefers 6 months to 1 year of experience driving a forklift or operating similar equipment.
• 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.