Forklift Operator I

UFP Industries; Hartselle (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Alabama is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory, production, and finished goods. You will maintain paperwork and production records and support production with timely material flow according to the schedule.

Responsibilities include handling materials, organizing yard inventory, completing pre-shift checklists, and adhering to forklift safety rules. No heavy experience required; forklift licensing is provided, with emphasis on reliability and

Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience preferred but not required.
• Basic math and inventory techniques helpful.
• Forklift licensing process must be completed.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Moves material from inventory to production and back as scheduled.
• Bands, wraps, packs finished goods and labels material.
• Transfers finished goods to inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assists production with material needs and bottlenecks.
• Performs general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Completes pre-shift startup equipment checklist and reports issues.
• Maintains organized rough and finished goods inventory yard.
• Completes production records as required and follows safety rules.
• Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Inventory handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

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.

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 requiredFollows 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.