Forklift Operator

UFP Industries • Chicopee, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. This role maintains correct paperwork and production records as required and provides production departments with material from inventory according to the production schedule. The position also involves moving material in process from one station to another, banding, wrapping, and/or packing finished goods, and labeling material. Additionally, the Forklift Operator moves finished goods from the production area to the finished goods inventory yard or warehouse, assists production with bottlenecks and other material needs, and performs general preventive maintenance on equipment. A pre-shift startup equipment checklist must be completed, and any problems or concerns reported. The role also includes maintaining the rough material and finished goods inventory yard organized and clean, completing production records as required, and following forklift rules and policies. Participation in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings is expected, along with performing other duties as required.

Requirements

• Minimum 9th grade basic education
• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required
• No minimum experience is required however, forklift driving experience is preferred
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred

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

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED