Job Duties 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 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

Qualifications

Minimum 9th grade basic education, 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

Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process

Must be at least 18 years of age

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Compensation & Benefit Information:

Hourly/Salary Pay Range: $18.00 - $21.00/hour dependent on experience*

*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Bonus/Incentive Pay (only include one from the list below based on the job):

For hourly positions with 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 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

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Universal Forest Products and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

Minimum Education Required High School Diploma or Equivalent

Minimum Experience Required None

Shift First (Day)

Number of Openings 1

Public Transportation Accessible Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply No

Physical Required Yes

Drug Test Required Yes

Compensation $18.00 - $21.00 / Hourly

Postal Code 55306

Job Type Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R22613

Job Benefits

Not specified

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