Forklift Operator: Material Flow & Production Support

UFP Industries, Inc.; Chicopee (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health savings account with company‑a 

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

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, Inc. in Chicopee, MA is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory, production, and finished goods, while maintaining accurate paperwork and production records.

The role supports production, keeps inventory yards organized, and adheres to safety policies; forklift licensing is required. Applicants must be 18+ and meet basic education requirements.

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

Responsibilities

• Moves material in process from one station to another if necessary
• 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

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Inventory control

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. in Chicopee, MA is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory, production, and finished goods, while maintaining accurate paperwork and production records.

The role supports production, keeps inventory yards organized, and adheres to safety policies; forklift licensing is required. Applicants must be 18+ and meet basic education requirements.