Forklift Operator 1 - Night Shift

UFP Industries • Waseca, MN

11d • $21 - $23

About The Position

The Forklift Operator I moves materials from inventory to production and back to inventory, maintaining required paperwork and production records. The role supplies production departments with materials according to the production schedule and supports production with material movement and other needs. The stated hours are 12:45 p.m. to 11:15 p.m., Monday through Thursday.

Requirements

• At least a 9th-grade basic education.
• Successfully complete the Forklift Driver licensing process.
• Be at least 18 years of age.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED.
• Forklift driving experience.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Health savings account with company contribution.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Basic and voluntary life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Stock purchase program with employee discount.
• Educational reimbursement.
• Wellness programs and challenges.
• Other supplemental benefits.
• Incentive pay may be available for certain roles, potentially including piece-rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, and trip-rate bonuses.
• A discretionary annual bonus based on company and business-unit performance may also be provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed