Forklift Operator 1

UFP Industries; Town of Peru (WI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

UFP Industries in Wisconsin is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material from inventory to production and back, maintaining accurate paperwork and production records.

You will support production with material flow, wrap and label finished goods, and help clear bottlenecks while adhering to forklift safety rules.

The role includes benefits and a discretionary annual bonus, with a focus on safe, efficient material handling and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade education; GED preferred but not required.
• No minimum experience required; forklift driving experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
• Must successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Move material from inventory to production and back as scheduled.
• Band, wrap, label, and move finished goods to inventory/warehouse.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Complete pre-shift equipment checklists and report issues.
• Maintain organized inventory yard for materials and finished goods.
• Document production records as required.
• Follow forklift safety policies and participate in safety meetings.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift license

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

Hourly Pay

$17.00

*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Bonus Pay

A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.