Forklift Operator I (Retail) - 2nd Shift

UFP Industries; Thornton (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company co

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic and voluntary life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

UFP Industries in Thornton, CA is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory, production, and finished goods. You will maintain accurate paperwork and production records while supporting the production schedule.

This role requires basic math, dependable forklift operation, and adherence to safety rules. The position offers $20–$22 per hour, with benefits including health insurance, 401(k), and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Basic math and inventory techniques are preferred.
• Forklift Driver licensing process must be completed.
• At least 18 years of age required.

Responsibilities

• Move material between stations as needed.
• Band, wrap, and label finished goods.
• Move goods to inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assist production with material needs and bottlenecks.
• Perform general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete pre-shift equipment checklists and report issues.
• Maintain organized inventory yard.
• Complete production records as required.
• Follow forklift safety policies.
• Participate in safety and CI programs.

Skills

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Forklift licensing

Education

9th grade education or equivalent

HS diploma or GED preferred

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.

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
• 6-12 months of forklift operator 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
  

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Compensation & Benefit Information

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

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits
  

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.