Lumber Yard Material Handler (Entry-Level)

UFP Industries; Peru (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Health Savings Account

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Stock purchase

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs

Other supplemental benefits

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a General Labor associate to safely handle lumber products and verify material meets customer requirements and company standards. You will move, stack, label, and secure materials and assist with other operations as needed.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and accurate record-keeping; basic math is helpful, and candidates must be at least 18. Prior lumber/manufacturing experience is preferred but not required. This on-site position offers steady hours and benefits.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Manufacturing or lumber experience preferred but not required.
• Basic math skills helpful.

Responsibilities

• Move and secure lumber products and other materials according to instructions.
• Stack finished products according to predetermined bundle sizes and/or customer requirements.
• Label material based on type, size, and count.
• Apply individual tags to material before/after treating/production.
• Use a staple gun and troubleshoot equipment.
• Bands, bundles and secures material, including attaching corner protectors and loading sticks.
• Follow stacking instructions per company policy and customer requirements.
• Ensure correct quantities and material are strapped and labeled before leaving the work area.
• Maintain accurate inventory of tags and report discrepancies to supervisor.
• Record production on production sheets.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Assist with other areas by moving material, loading and unloading carts.
• Participate in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.

Skills

Basic math

Safety mindset

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

UFP Industries is seeking a General Labor associate to safely handle lumber products and verify material meets customer requirements and company standards. You will move, stack, label, and secure materials and assist with other operations as needed.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and accurate record-keeping; basic math is helpful, and candidates must be at least 18. Prior lumber/manufacturing experience is preferred but not required. This on-site position offers steady hours and benefits.