Forklift Operator II: Efficient Material Handling & Safety

UFP Industries; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Newnan, GA is seeking a Forklift Operator II to load and unload material from trucks and rail cars, and maintain accurate shipping and receiving records under supervision.

The role involves pre-shift checks, moving material between storage and work areas, and following safety, CI, and company policies while contributing to efficient operations.

This is a hands-on warehouse environment requiring reliability, basic math, and the ability to follow directions.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th-grade education; GED preferred but not required.
• 6 months to 1 year forklift experience preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Successful completion of forklift driver licensing process.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trucks and rail cars.
• Moves material between storage and work areas as required.
• Breaks packs to correct size and labels material for loading.
• Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Completes preshift startup equipment checklist and reports problems.
• Maintains yard and keeps it organized and clean.
• Completes paperwork as required.
• Empty trash and wood hoppers.
• Follows forklift rules and Company policy.
• Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Forklift operation knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UFP Industries in Newnan, GA is seeking a Forklift Operator II to load and unload material from trucks and rail cars, and maintain accurate shipping and receiving records under supervision.

The role involves pre-shift checks, moving material between storage and work areas, and following safety, CI, and company policies while contributing to efficient operations.

This is a hands-on warehouse environment requiring reliability, basic math, and the ability to follow directions.