Forklift Operator I — Material Movement & Production Support

UFP Industries, Inc; Thornton (CA); On-site; USD 2,755,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production and maintain paperwork and records. The role supports production by supplying materials according to schedule and ensuring safe, efficient material handling.

Responsibilities include moving material between stations, labeling, maintaining inventory yard, supporting bottlenecks, and performing basic equipment maintenance. Equipment operation must follow company policy and safety programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• 6 to 12 months forklift driving experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process.

Responsibilities

• Moves material in process from one station to another.
• 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 driving experience

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Forklift licensing

Education

High school diploma or GED

9th grade education

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production and maintain paperwork and records. The role supports production by supplying materials according to schedule and ensuring safe, efficient material handling.

Responsibilities include moving material between stations, labeling, maintaining inventory yard, supporting bottlenecks, and performing basic equipment maintenance. Equipment operation must follow company policy and safety programs.