Forklift Operator I

UFP Industries

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Grandview, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The Forklift Operator is responsible for moving materials between inventory and production areas while maintaining accurate records. They also perform preventive maintenance on equipment and ensure the inventory yard remains organized and clean.

Qualifications

You have experience operating a forklift and a basic understanding of inventory techniques. You are able to complete the company's forklift driver licensing process and are at least 18 years old.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Forklift driver licensing

Job Description

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 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


Qualifications

  • Minimum 9th grade basic education, High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
  • Previous Forklift Operator experience preferred.
  • Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred
  • Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process
  • Must be at least 18 years of age

Click here to watch what a day in the life of a Forklift Operator looks like.

 

First Shift: 6:00AM - 2:30PM

Starting Base Pay: $18.00 - $20.00, dependent on experience

Benefits available after 60 days:

  • Vacation
  • Personal Leave
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurances
  • 401k
  • Paid Holidays
  • and more...

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.




UFP Industries

UFP Industries is a holding company whose operating subsidiaries – UFP Packaging, UFP Construction and UFP Retail Solutions – manufacture, distribute and sell a wide variety of products used in residential and commercial construction, packaging and industrial applications. Founded in 1955, the company has operations in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.
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