Forklift Operator

UFP Industries; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Newnan, GA is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production and back to inventory. You will maintain paperwork and production records, and provide material from inventory according to the production schedule.

The role requires basic math and inventory awareness, and is open to applicants 18 years or older with a minimal education requirement. No extensive forklift experience is required, but licensing and safe operation are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade basic education; HS diploma or GED preferred but not required
• Forklift driving experience is preferred but not required
• Basic math and inventory techniques are preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

• Move material in process from one station to another as necessary
• Band, wrap and/or pack finished goods, and label material
• Move finished goods from production area to finished goods inventory yard or warehouse
• Assist production with bottlenecks and other material needs
• Provide general preventive maintenance on equipment
• Complete pre-shift startup equipment checklist and report problems
• Maintain organized rough material and finished goods inventory yard
• Complete production records as required
• Follow forklift rules and policies per company policy
• Participate in safety, CI and other programs and meetings
• Perform other duties as required

Skills

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Forklift driving experience

Education

9th grade or higher

HS diploma or GED preferred

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 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

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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.