Forklift Operator - Assembly Dept.

UFP Industries, Inc.; Livermore Falls (ME); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

HSA contribution

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Paid vacation

Stock purchase

Education reimbursement

Wellness programs

Annual bonus

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator I in Livermore Falls, Maine. The role involves moving material between inventory and production, labeling and packing finished goods, and ensuring accurate production records are kept.

You’ll support production with material needs and maintain a clean, organized yard. The position requires at least 18 years old with forklift experience or licensing. A strong arithmetic background and basic inventory knowledge are preferred, with competitive

Qualifications

• Forklift driving experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques.
• Must successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Move material between inventory and production as scheduled.
• Band, wrap and label finished goods; move to inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Complete pre-shift startup equipment checklist; report problems.
• Maintain organized inventory yard; keep records.
• Follow forklift rules; participate in safety and CI programs.

Skills

Forklift driving experience

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Education

9th grade or higher

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Job SummaryForklift 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 ResponsibilitiesMoves material in process from one station to another if necessaryBands, wraps and/or packs finished goods, and labels materialMoves finished goods from production area to finished goods inventory yard or warehouseAssist production with bottlenecks and other material needsProvides general preventive maintenance on equipmentCompletes pre-shift startup equipment checklist and reports any problems or concernsMaintains rough material and finished goods inventory yard organized and cleanCompletes production records as requiredFollows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policyParticipates in safety, CI and other programs and meetingsPerforms other duties as requiredQualificationsMinimum 9th grade basic education, High school diploma or GED preferred but not requiredNo minimum experience is required however, forklift driving experience is preferredWorking knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferredSuccessfully complete Forklift Driver licensing processMust be at least 18 years of ageClick here to watch what a day in the life of a Forklift Operator looks like.Hourly Pay Range: $17.00 - $19.00 dollars an hour dependent on experience* *pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of livingBenefits currently offered to our employees:Medical insuranceHealth savings account with company contributionDental insuranceVision insuranceBasic and voluntary life insuranceDisability insurance401(k) plan with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysStock purchase program with employee discountEducational reimbursementWellness programs and challengesOther supplemental benefitsA discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.