Forklift Operator II - 2nd Shift

UFP Industries, Inc; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc in Bartow, FL is seeking a Forklift Operator II to load and unload trucks and rail cars, and to maintain accurate shipping and receiving records. This role operates under close supervision and follows defined instructions to ensure safe, efficient material handling.

Responsibilities include moving material between storage and work areas, breaking down packs, labeling products, performing pre-shift equipment checks, maintaining a clean yard, and completing required paperwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• 6 months to 1 year forklift experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Basic math and inventory techniques helpful.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and rail cars.
• Move material between storage and work areas.
• Break packs to correct size and label material before loading.
• Perform general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete preshift startup equipment checklist and report problems.
• Maintain organized yard and complete required paperwork.

Skills

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Forklift licensing

Education

High school diploma or GED

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

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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.