Forklift Operator/Packager

UFP Woodburn, LLC; Woodburn (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Woodburn, LLC in Woodburn, OR is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material from inventory to production and back, ensuring accurate paperwork and production records. You will provide materials per the production schedule, support production with bottlenecks, and maintain inventory yard organization while following safety rules.

No prior forklift experience is required; training will be provided. Must be at least 18 years old and able to pass the forklift licensing process.

Qualifications

• Forklift driving experience is preferred but not required.
• At least 18 years old.
• Successful completion of Forklift Driver licensing process.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.

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 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 problems.
• Maintain organized rough material and finished goods inventory 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

9th grade or equivalent

High school 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. 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
• 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

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We're family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be. We work hard and smart. We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.