Forklift Operator I: Material Flow & Inventory Support

UFP Industries, Inc.; Selma (AL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production, aligning with the production schedule. Accurate paperwork and records support smooth material flow across departments.

Responsibilities include transporting materials, wrapping and labeling goods, assisting with bottlenecks, and performing routine equipment checks. A basic education is required, forklift licensing and safety training are expected as part of the role.

Qualifications

• Requires minimum 9th grade education; HS diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Forklift driving experience is preferred but not required.
• Basic math and inventory techniques knowledge is preferred.

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

Skills

Basic math

Inventory procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production, aligning with the production schedule. Accurate paperwork and records support smooth material flow across departments.

Responsibilities include transporting materials, wrapping and labeling goods, assisting with bottlenecks, and performing routine equipment checks. A basic education is required, forklift licensing and safety training are expected as part of the role.