Forklift Operator II: Material Handling & Safety

Prowood, LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator II to load and unload materials from trucks and rail cars, and to maintain accurate shipping and receiving records. This role works under close supervision and follows specific directions.

Key duties include moving material between storage and work areas, breaking down packs, labeling products, and performing basic equipment maintenance. The position requires a minimum 9th-grade education (GED preferred), 6 months to 1 year forklift experience, basic

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th-grade education required
• GED preferred but not required
• 6 months to 1 year of forklift experience preferred
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred
• Must complete Forklift Driver licensing process
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trucks and rail cars
• Moves material between storage and work areas
• Breaks packs to correct size and labels material
• Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment
• Completes preshift startup equipment checklist
• Maintains yard and keeps it organized and clean
• Completes paperwork as required
• Follows forklift rules and company policies
• Participates in safety and other programs
• Performs other duties as required

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Forklift licensing process

Education

9th-grade education

High school diploma GED preferred

Job description

UFP Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator II to load and unload materials from trucks and rail cars, and to maintain accurate shipping and receiving records. This role works under close supervision and follows specific directions.

Key duties include moving material between storage and work areas, breaking down packs, labeling products, and performing basic equipment maintenance. The position requires a minimum 9th-grade education (GED preferred), 6 months to 1 year forklift experience, basic