Forklift Operator I

UFP Industries, Inc; Flower Mound (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc in Flower Mound, TX seeks a Forklift Operator I to move raw corrugated materials from inventory to the production line. You will operate forklift safely, perform pre-shift checks, and ensure safe stacking of materials.

The role requires reading job tickets, understanding unit locations, and maintaining a clean production area. Candidates should have forklift experience and be at least 18, with basic math skills and the ability to follow safety policies.

Qualifications

• Forklift driving experience is required.
• Experience in the corrugated industry and moving floor loaded materials is preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math.
• Able to read and follow instructions on job tickets.
• Must complete the Company's forklift certification program and follow safety policies.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 9th grade education, high school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Operates forklift safely and follows company policies.
• Completes pre-shift startup equipment checklist and reports problems to a supervisor.
• Organizes and stacks raw materials and finished goods safely before loading onto trucks.
• Performs visual checks of finished goods and flags non-conforming items.
• Reads job tickets and locates units for each order.
• Cuts straps and prepares units for robotic feeder.
• Loads production line with correct sheets for the running order.
• Keeps loads squared and neatly arranged for seamless feeder operation.
• Keeps conveyor lines and floor clear of straps, scrap, and trash.
• Assists with end-of-shift cleanup and machine jams during production.
• Performs restacking, reglues, and preventative cleaning as needed.

Skills

Forklift experience

Corrugated industry

Basic math

Read instructions

Forklift safety

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of raw, floor loaded corrugated materials/sheets from inventory to the production line.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates forklift safely and follows the forklift rules and policies established by the company


• Completes pre-shift startup equipment checklist and reports any problems or concerns to a supervisor


• Ensure raw materials and finished goods are organized and stacked safely prior to converting and loading onto trucks for delivery


• Performs visual checks of finished goods; if product looks non-conforming, required to bring it to the attention of a supervisor


• Accurately reads job tickets and knows where the units for each order are located


• Cuts the straps and preps the units for the robotic feeder


• Loads the production line with correct sheets for the order that is running


• Ensures that loads/units are squared and neat so they can be fed seamlessly by the robotic feeder


• Keeps all strapping, scrap, and trash clear of conveyor lines and floor area


• Properly discard straps and trash in appropriate bins


• Assists the operator and first pressman in keeping the production area clean and monitoring the robotic feeder


• Assists the operator and first pressman with end-of-shift clean up, machine jam ups, and other issues during production


• Performs other duties as required, including but not limited to restacking raw material, regluing boxes, and preventative cleaning.

Qualifications

• Forklift driving experience is required


• Prior experience in the corrugated industry and moving floor loaded materials is preferred


• Working knowledge of basic math


• Able to read and follow instructions on job tickets


• Successfully complete the Company's forklift certification program and follow safety policies


• Must be at least 18 years of age


• Minimum 9th grade basic education, high school diploma or GED preferred but not required

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.