Forklift Operator I

PalletOne, Inc; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in North Carolina is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production, maintaining accurate paperwork and production records.

You will support production with material needs, keep areas tidy, and follow safety policies while participating in CI and other programs.

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.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Move material between stations to support production.
• Band, wrap, and label finished goods.
• Move finished goods to inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete pre-shift startup equipment checklist and report any problems.
• Maintain organized inventory yard and production records.
• Follow forklift rules and company policies.
• Participate in safety and CI programs.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift licensing process

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 processMust be at least 18 years of age

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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