Forklift Operator II - Receiving

UFP Industries; Woodburn (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator II at our facility in Woodburn, KY. You will load and unload trucks and rail cars, move material between storage and work areas, and prepare/label product for shipment while maintaining accurate paperwork.

Under supervision, you will perform basic equipment checks, assist with startup checklists, keep the yard organized, and participate in safety programs. This role requires attention to detail and reliability in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• 6 months to 1 year of forklift or similar equipment experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

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.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory techniques

Basic math

Paperwork processing

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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.

The companies of UFP Industries make a variety of products used in construction, packaging and industrial applications.

UFP Industries is a global holding company specializing in manufacturing and distributing products for construction, packaging, and industrial applications across diverse markets since 1955.