Forklift Operator I: Material Flow & Production Support

UFP Industries; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Butner, North Carolina 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 support production by transporting materials, wrapping and labeling finished goods, and helping with bottlenecks, while adhering to forklift safety rules and contributing to ongoing safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade education; HS diploma or GED preferred.
• No minimum experience required; forklift driving experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old; Forklift Driver licensing process required.

Responsibilities

• Move material between inventory, production, and finished goods.
• Band, wrap, label, and organize finished goods and materials.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Provide general preventive maintenance on equipment as needed.
• Complete pre-shift startup equipment checklists and report issues.
• Maintain orderly inventory yard for rough materials and finished goods.
• Complete production records as required.
• Follow forklift safety policies and company rules.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

9th grade education

Job description

UFP Industries in Butner, North Carolina 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 support production by transporting materials, wrapping and labeling finished goods, and helping with bottlenecks, while adhering to forklift safety rules and contributing to ongoing safety and continuous improvement initiatives.