Forklift Operator II - Shipping

UFP Industries, Inc; Woodburn (OR); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Oregon is seeking a Forklift Operator II to support loading and unloading of material for trucks and rail cars. You will handle materials, maintain accurate shipping and receiving records, and follow company safety rules under supervision.

The role emphasizes basic math for inventory, attention to detail in labeling and packing, and adherence to forklift policies as part of a broader safety and continuous improvement program.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th-grade basic education; High school diploma or 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

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
• 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

Basic math

Inventory records

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

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.