Forklift Operator I (Retail) - 1st Shift

UFP Industries, Inc

Thornton (CA)

On-site

USD 28,000 - 30,000

Full time

14 days+

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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

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc is hiring a Forklift Operator I in Thornton, CA. The role involves moving material between inventory and production, maintaining accurate paperwork, and supplying production with needed materials according to the schedule.

The position requires basic math, inventory knowledge, and the ability to complete forklift licensing. Candidates must be 18+ and can expect an hourly wage with potential incentive pay and a full benefits package.

Qualifications

Minimum 9th grade education; HS diploma or GED preferred but not required.
Forklift driving experience is preferred but not required.
Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
Must be at least 18 years old and able to complete forklift licensing.

Responsibilities

Move material in process between stations.
Band, wrap, and label finished goods for inventory/shipments.
Move finished goods from production to inventory yard or warehouse.
Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
Provide basic preventive maintenance on equipment.
Complete pre-shift equipment checklists and report issues.
Maintain organized material and inventory yards.
Record production and material movement accurately.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory control

Basic math

Education

High school diploma or GED preferred

Tools

Forklift licensing

Job description

Job Summary

Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required. Provides production departments with material from inventory according to production schedule.

Principle Duties and 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

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

Hourly/Salary Pay Range

$20.00 - $22.00 an hour dependent on experience*

*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Bonus/Incentive Pay

Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees