Forklift Operator I

When we win, you win! UFP has a long history of sharing profits with employees. Our hourly team members are eligible for a fall bonus based on their local operation’s performance! Come join our production team where you will work in a hands-on collaborative environment with the ability to see your work come together in an end product every day.

Job Summary

Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. Maintains correct paperwork and production records as required. Provides production departments with material from inventory according to production schedule.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

Moves material in process from one station to another if necessaryBands, wraps and/or packs finished goods, and labels materialMoves finished goods from production area to finished goods inventory yard or warehouseAssist production with bottlenecks and other material needsProvides general preventive maintenance on equipmentCompletes pre-shift startup equipment checklist and reports any problems or concernsMaintains rough material and finished goods inventory yard organized and cleanCompletes production records as requiredFollows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policyParticipates in safety, CI and other programs and meetingsPerforms other duties as required

Qualifications

Minimum 9th grade basic education, High school diploma or GED preferred but not requiredNo minimum experience is required however, forklift driving experience is preferredWorking knowledge of basic math and inventory techniquesSuccessfully complete Forklift Driver licensing processMust be at least 18 years of age

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.