Forklift Operator II

UFP Industries; Schertz (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator II to load and unload materials from trucks and rail cars, maintain proper shipping records, and follow company procedures under supervision.

Responsibilities include moving materials, breaking down packs, labeling items, and performing routine equipment checks while contributing to safety programs and site housekeeping.

Qualifications

• Requires basic math skills and knowledge of inventory techniques.
• Experience with forklift operation preferred.
• Must be able to complete forklift licensing process.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and rail cars.
• Move materials between storage and work areas.
• Break down packs to correct sizes and label materials.
• Provide general equipment maintenance and complete pre-shift checklists.
• Keep yard clean and organized and maintain paperwork.

Skills

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Job Summary

Forklift Operator II is responsible for the loading and unloading of material on trucks and rail cars. Maintains correct paperwork and shipping and receiving records are required. Works under immediate supervision and relies on specific directions and instructions.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trucks and rail cars
• Moves material and other products from storage to work areas and vice versa as required.
• Breaks packs to correct size and labels material before loading product on a truck or rail car
• Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Completes preshiftstartup equipment checklist and reports any problems or concerns.
• Maintains yard and ensures it is organized and clean.
• Completes paperwork as required.
• Empty trash and wood hoppers.
• 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 GED preferred but not required
• Prefers 6 months to 1 year of experience driving a forklift or operating similar equipment.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred
• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process
• Must be at least 18 years of age

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.