Forklift Operator: Move Materials & Production Flow

UFP Salisbury, LLC; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Salisbury, LLC in North Carolina is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move materials between inventory, production, and finished goods, while maintaining accurate production records and ensuring timely material availability for production schedules.

The role benefits from basic math and inventory knowledge; forklift driving experience is preferred. Candidates must be at least 18 and the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering a collaborative, safety‑mocused workplace.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade education; HS diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Forklift driving experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Move material in process from one station to another as needed.
• Band, wrap and/or pack finished goods, and label material.
• Move finished goods from production to inventory yard or warehouse.
• Assist production with bottlenecks and material needs.
• Provide general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Complete pre-shift startup equipment checklist and report issues.
• Maintain organized and clean rough material and finished goods yard.
• Complete production records as required.
• Follow forklift rules and company policies.
• Participate in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift driving

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

UFP Salisbury, LLC in North Carolina is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move materials between inventory, production, and finished goods, while maintaining accurate production records and ensuring timely material availability for production schedules.

The role benefits from basic math and inventory knowledge; forklift driving experience is preferred. Candidates must be at least 18 and the company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, offering a collaborative, safety‑mocused workplace.