Forklift Operator I — Move Materials & Inventory

UFP Industries, Inc.; Butner (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Butner, NC is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production, maintain accurate paperwork, and support production schedules.

You will follow forklift safety rules, assist with bottlenecks, perform basic maintenance, and help keep yards organized. Candidates should be at least 18 and complete the forklift licensing process; high school diploma or GED preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade basic education; High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• No minimum experience required; forklift driving experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
• Must successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Moves material in process from one station to another as needed.
• Bands, wraps and/or packs finished goods, and labels material.
• Moves finished goods from production area to finished goods inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assists production with bottlenecks and other material needs.
• Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Completes pre-shift startup equipment checklist and reports problems.
• 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.

Skills

Forklift driving

Inventory techniques

Basic math

Paperwork/documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. in Butner, NC is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory and production, maintain accurate paperwork, and support production schedules.

You will follow forklift safety rules, assist with bottlenecks, perform basic maintenance, and help keep yards organized. Candidates should be at least 18 and complete the forklift licensing process; high school diploma or GED preferred but not required.