Material Flow Forklift Operator

UFP Industries, Inc.; Harrisonville, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. in Harrisonville, MO, is hiring a Forklift Operator I to move materials between inventory and production, maintain paperwork, and support the production schedule.

The role requires basic math, inventory knowledge, and the ability to pass forklift licensing. We value reliability, team collaboration, and a willingness to contribute to safety and continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th grade education; High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• No minimum experience is required; 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

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Forklift driving (preferred)

Education

High school diploma or GED (preferred)

Tools

Forklift licensing

Job description

UFP Industries, Inc. in Harrisonville, MO, is hiring a Forklift Operator I to move materials between inventory and production, maintain paperwork, and support the production schedule.

The role requires basic math, inventory knowledge, and the ability to pass forklift licensing. We value reliability, team collaboration, and a willingness to contribute to safety and continuous improvement initiatives.