Forklift Operator I - Material Flow & Safety Champion

UFP Industries; Burnsville (MN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company</w

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program

Job summary

UFP Industries in Burnsville, Minnesota, is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production according to the schedule. This role requires basic math, inventory handling, and forklift licensing readiness.

Knowledge of inventory techniques and a willingness to complete the licensing process are valued. The position offers hourly pay with benefits and room for growth within the manufacturing environment.

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.

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

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Basic math

Education

9th grade or higher

High school diploma or GED preferred

Job description

UFP Industries in Burnsville, Minnesota, is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production according to the schedule. This role requires basic math, inventory handling, and forklift licensing readiness.

Knowledge of inventory techniques and a willingness to complete the licensing process are valued. The position offers hourly pay with benefits and room for growth within the manufacturing environment.