Forklift Operator- 2nd Shift

UFP Industries; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Union City, CA is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move materials from inventory to production and back, while maintaining accurate paperwork and production records according to the schedule.

The role requires completing pre-shift checklists, following forklift safety rules, assisting with bottlenecks, and keeping the yard organized. Working hours vary by season; during busy season 5pm-5am, normal season 4:30pm-2:30am.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade education; HS diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Forklift driving experience preferred but not required.
• Basic math and inventory knowledge helpful.
• Must complete forklift licensing process.

Responsibilities

• Move 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

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Licensing

Education

High school diploma or GED

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. The working hours during the busy season is 5pm- 5am. During the normal season is 4:30pm- 2:30am.

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.