Forklift Operator II - 2nd Shift

Prowood, LLC; Bartow (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Prowood, LLC is seeking a Forklift Operator II to load and unload material from trucks and rail cars, maintain accurate shipping records, and follow established procedures under supervision.

The role requires basic math, inventory know-how, and adherence to safety guidelines. Candidates should be at least 18 and may need to obtain forklift licensing as part of the process. This is an on-site position in Bartow, FL.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or preferred.
• 6 months to 1 year forklift experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process.
• Basic math and inventory techniques beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload trucks and rail cars.
• Move material between storage and work areas.
• Break packs to correct size and label materials.
• Perform general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete pre-shift startup checklists and report issues.
• Keep yard organized and clean.
• Complete required paperwork.
• Follow forklift safety rules and company policies.
• Participate in safety and continuous improvement programs.

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 preshift startup 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.

We're successful. We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We're family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be. We work hard and smart. We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.