Forklift Operator (Kiln Department)

UFP Industries; Windsor (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company co

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic and voluntary life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Stock purchase program with employee

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator I at our Windsor, CO facility. The role focuses on moving material from inventory to production and back, while maintaining accurate paperwork and production records.

Responsibilities include loading/unloading at Kiln, labeling and packing goods, and supporting production with material flow. Equal opportunity employer offering comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience preferred but not required.
• Basic math and inventory techniques knowledge preferred.
• Must complete Forklift Driver licensing process.
• Applicant must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Move material between inventory, production and finished goods.
• Load/unload material from Kiln and packaging lines.
• Band, wrap, pack, and label finished goods.
• Transport finished goods to inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.

Skills

Forklift driving

Basic math

Education

9th grade basic education; HS diploma or GED preferred

Job description

Job Summary

Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory - specifically to/from the KILN treating system. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required. Provides production departments with material from inventory according to production schedule.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

• Moves material in process from one station to another if necessary
• Loads material in and out of the Kiln.
• Bands, wraps and/or packs finished goods, and labels material
• Moves finished goods from production area to finished goods inventory yard or warehouse
• Assist production with bottlenecks and other material needs
• Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment
• Completes pre-shift startup equipment checklist and reports any problems or concerns
• Maintains rough material and finished goods inventory yard organized and clean
• Completes production records 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

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade basic education, High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
• No minimum experience is required however, forklift driving experience is preferred
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred
• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Compensation & Benefit Information

Hourly Pay Range: $18.00-$22.00 per hour dependent on experience*

• pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Bonus/Incentive Pay

Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses. A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits Currently Offered To Our Employees

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits

"This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days, or we will continue to accept applications until a qualified candidate has been selected."

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.