Skilled Forklift Operator — Shipping, Receiving & Inventory

UFP Industries; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Lansing, MI is seeking a Forklift Operator II to load and unload materials, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate shipping records under close supervision. Responsibilities include moving products between storage and work areas, labeling and breaking packs, and performing pre-shift checks.

Additional duties involve housekeeping of the yard, completing required paperwork, adhering to forklift safety policies, and participating in safety programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9th-grade education; HS diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months to 1 year forklift experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
• Must successfully complete forklift driver licensing process.

Responsibilities

• Loads and unloads trucks and rail cars.
• Moves material from storage to work areas and back as required.
• Breaks packs to correct size and labels material before loading.
• Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment.
• Completes preshift startup equipment checklist and reports issues.
• Maintains yard; keeps it organized and clean.
• Completes paperwork as required.
• Follows forklift rules and company policies.
• Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic math

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma / GED

Age 18+

Job description

UFP Industries in Lansing, MI is seeking a Forklift Operator II to load and unload materials, manage paperwork, and maintain accurate shipping records under close supervision. Responsibilities include moving products between storage and work areas, labeling and breaking packs, and performing pre-shift checks.

Additional duties involve housekeeping of the yard, completing required paperwork, adhering to forklift safety policies, and participating in safety programs.