Forklift Operator 1

Prowood, LLC; Louisville (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

401k

Profit sharing

Bonus program

Life Insurance

Paid Vacation

Time Accrual

Paid Holidays

Wellness Programs

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production according to the schedule. You will ensure accurate paperwork and provide materials to production while maintaining organized inventory yards and assisting with bottlenecks.

Pre-shift checks and safety program participation are required. The role emphasizes adherence to forklift rules and participation in company safety and improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Basic math and inventory technique knowledge required.
• Forklift driving experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old and able to obtain forklift licensing.

Responsibilities

• Move material between inventory and production per schedule.
• Maintain paperwork and production records.
• Assist with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Perform pre-shift equipment checks and maintain clean yard.

Skills

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Forklift driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

No minimum experience required

Must be at least 18 years of age

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 Click here to watch what a day in the life of a Forklift Operator looks like.

Hourly Rate starting will range between $16.00-$18.00 per hour depending on experience.

Day Shift

We have a wide variety of Benefits including: *Health *Dental *Vision *401k *Profit sharing bonus program *Life *Paid Vacation *Personal Leave Time Accrual *Paid Holidays *Wellness Programs

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Wondering what the companies of UFP Industries are all about? We're successful. We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We’re family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be. We work hard and smart. We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.