3rd Shift Forklift Operator

Company: UFP Industries, Inc.
Location: Harrisonville
Posted on: April 4, 2021

Job Description:

General 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. Works under immediate supervision; relies on specific direction and instructions.

Principal Duties/Responsibilities

• Provides production departments with material from inventory according to production schedule
• 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 bottle necks 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
  
  Requirements
  
  Knowledge
  
  
  • Minimum 9th grade basic education; High school diploma/GED preferred but not required
  • No minimum experience is required; however, forklift driving experienced is preferred
  • Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques
  • Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process
  • Must be at least 18 years of age
    
    Skills and abilities
    
    
    • Ability to work in a safe manner
    • Ability to recognize size/grade/quality of material
    • Demonstrates ability to follow specific instructions and directions
    • Demonstrate ability to stack material properly
    • Ability to pay attention to surroundings
    • Ability to identify safety issues in their work area, and notice equipment malfunctions
    • Ability to understand basic verbal and written instructions in English; ability read and write basic English
    • Ability to frequently get on and off a forklift, to withstand operations in rough surfaces, to work in a wide range of weather condition, and operate a forklift for extended periods of time
    • Demonstrate eye-hand coordination
    • Ability to work under immediate supervision
    • Ability to pass a drug test
    • Ability to work hours mandated by management
      
      Conduct
      
      
      • Safety conscious
      • Team player and goal oriented
      • Leads by example and positive attitude
      • Participates in Safety and CI programs
      • Punctual and reliable
      • Looks for ways to improve productivity and department results

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