Forklift Operator I

UFP Industries; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Butner, North Carolina is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material from inventory to production and back, ensuring accurate paperwork and production records align with the schedule.

You will support production by transporting materials, wrapping and labeling finished goods, and helping with bottlenecks, while adhering to forklift safety rules and contributing to ongoing safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade education; HS diploma or GED preferred.
• No minimum experience required; forklift driving experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old; Forklift Driver licensing process required.

Responsibilities

• Move material between inventory, production, and finished goods.
• Band, wrap, label, and organize finished goods and materials.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Provide general preventive maintenance on equipment as needed.
• Complete pre-shift startup equipment checklists and report issues.
• Maintain orderly inventory yard for rough materials and finished goods.
• Complete production records as required.
• Follow forklift safety policies and company rules.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

9th grade education

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.