Forklift Operator I (2nd Shift)

UFP Industries; Grandview (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 3,030,720; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries seeks a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory, production, and finished goods, maintaining correct paperwork and supporting production schedules.

2nd shift hours are 3:30PM - 12:00AM. The role requires basic math, attention to safety, and ability to follow company policies. Forklift licensing training is provided; candidate must be at least 18 years old.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Move material between inventory, production, and finished goods.
• Band, wrap, and label finished goods and manage packaging.
• Move finished goods to inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Provide general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete pre-shift startup equipment checklist and report issues.
• Maintain organized inventory yard.
• Complete production records as required.
• Follow forklift rules and company policies.
• Participate in safety and CI programs and meetings.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift driving

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Minimum 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 completes Forklift Driver licensing process
• Must be at least 18 years of age

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2nd Shift Hours: 3:30PM - 12:00AM

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.