Forklift Operator

UFP Industries; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move materials between inventory, production, and finished goods yards, ensuring accurate paperwork and production records. The role supports production by providing materials according to schedule and maintaining orderly inventories.

The ideal candidate will have basic math skills and familiarity with inventory practices; forklift licensing will be completed as part of the onboarding process.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade education; high school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Forklift driving experience is not required but preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

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.