Lumber Stacker & Material Handling Specialist

UFP Industries; Hartselle (AL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a general laborer to safely handle lumber products and verify material meets customer requirements and company standards. You will move, stack, label, tag, and secure materials, operate staple guns, and maintain inventory while supporting various production areas.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork, with responsibilities spanning production records, housekeeping, and participation in CI and safety meetings as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.
• Manufacturing or lumber experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Moves and secures lumber products and other materials according to instructions
• Stacks finished products according to predetermined bundle sizes and/or customer requirements
• Labels material based on the following specifications: type, size, and count
• Applies individual tags to material before/after treating/production
• Uses a staple gun and troubleshoots equipment
• Bands, bundles and secures material, including attaching corner protectors and loading sticks
• Follows instructions for stacking material properly and according to company policy and customer requirements
• Ensures correct quantities and material are strapped, and labeled before leaving the work area
• Maintains accurate inventory of tags and reports any problems or discrepancies to supervisor
• Records production on production sheets
• Maintains a clean and organized work area
• Assists with other work areas by moving material, loading and unloading material carts
• Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings
• Performs other duties as required

Education

High school diploma/GED

Manufacturing or lumber experience

Basic math

Job description

UFP Industries is seeking a general laborer to safely handle lumber products and verify material meets customer requirements and company standards. You will move, stack, label, tag, and secure materials, operate staple guns, and maintain inventory while supporting various production areas.

The role emphasizes accuracy, safety, and teamwork, with responsibilities spanning production records, housekeeping, and participation in CI and safety meetings as needed.