Forklift Operator I

UFP Industries; Grandview (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries 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 load, stack, label, and stage goods, assist with bottlenecks, perform basic equipment maintenance, complete pre-shift checklists, and keep yards organized while adhering to safety policies.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation and movement of materials between inventory and production.
• Basic math and inventory techniques are preferred.
• Must successfully complete forklift licensing process.

Responsibilities

• Move materials between stations as needed.
• Band, wrap, pack finished goods and label material.
• Move finished goods to yard or warehouse.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete pre-shift startup checklists and report issues.
• Keep inventory yard organized and clean.
• Complete production records as required.
• Adhere to forklift safety rules and company policies.
• Participate in safety, CI, and other programs.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

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.