Forklift Operator
UFP Industries•Chicopee, MA
•$22 - $23
About The Position
Forklift Operator I moves materials between inventory and production, maintains required paperwork and production records, and supplies production departments with materials according to the production schedule. The role also handles finished goods and supports production material needs while following company forklift rules and safety policies.
Requirements
- Minimum 9th-grade basic education.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Successfully complete the Forklift Driver licensing process.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or GED (preferred, not required).
- Forklift driving experience (preferred; no minimum experience is required).
- Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques (preferred).
Responsibilities
- Move material in process from one station to another when necessary.
- Band, wrap, and/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 and may include piece-rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses.
- A discretionary annual bonus based on company and business unit performance may also be provided.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
