Join the UFP family, where victories are celebrated together! We have a proud history of sharing our profits with our dedicated team members. As a part of our production team, you’ll work in a collaborative environment that allows you to see your work transform into a finished 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

Compensation & Benefit Information:

Hourly Pay Range:  $19- $21 per hour dependent on experience*

                *pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living 

Bonus/Incentive Pay:

Incentive pay may be available for certain job 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.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

Medical insuranceHealth savings account with company contributionDental insuranceVision insuranceBasic and voluntary life insuranceDisability insurance401(k) plan with company matchPaid vacation and holidaysStock purchase program with employee discountEducational reimbursementWellness programs and challenges Other supplemental benefits

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

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days, or we will continue to accept applications until a qualified candidate has been selected.

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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.