Material Handler & Forklift Operator — Growth & Benefits

Deckorators Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Educational reimbursement

Wellness programs and challenges

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory, production, and finished goods. You will maintain paperwork and production records and support production schedules. Shift is M-F 7:00am - 3:30pm.

Requires at least a 9th-grade education; HS diploma or GED preferred but not required. Forklift licensing must be completed; 18+ years old. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, vacation, and more.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th-grade education; HS diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Forklift driving experience preferred but not required.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
• Must successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Inventory techniques

Forklift licensing

Education

HS Diploma or GED preferred

Job description

UFP Industries is seeking a Forklift Operator I to move material between inventory, production, and finished goods. You will maintain paperwork and production records and support production schedules. Shift is M-F 7:00am - 3:30pm.

Requires at least a 9th-grade education; HS diploma or GED preferred but not required. Forklift licensing must be completed; 18+ years old. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, vacation, and more.