What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forklift Operator position at UFP Industries, Inc.?
General Summary
Responsible for warehouse cleanliness and proper arrangement of warehouse. Individuals are in charge of making sure warehouse is neat/clean/and production is maintained properly in the racks. Work closely with department Manager and Supervisor on daily shipment needs including strapping/wrapping and other job functions needed daily.
Principal Duties / Responsibilities
- Load, unload and move product and materials by hand, on carts, pallets, skid and pallet jacks following company Safety guidelines and best practices.
- Accurately count and record quantities so proper inventory transactions can be made.
- Identify that materials moved match descriptions on associated documentation.
- Ensure that proper labelling disciplines are followed and product numbers are up to date.
- Ensure that bulk packed materials are properly boxed, taped, wrapped, packed, banded, shrink wrapped or otherwise to ensure safe transportation without incurring damage.
- Locate, identify, label and pick required materials as identified on printed pick lists.
- Picking and pulling of daily orders without the use of a fork lift.
- Use of a camera to document both inbound and outbound load conditions and quality issues.
- Ability to use basic hand tools for opening or closing crates and completing basic assembly tasks.
- Be able to read and understand written Pick lists, etc.
- Display a positive attitude.
- Conduct themselves in a professional manner
- Have good attendance habits
- And other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Entry level, no experience required.
- Ability to read in interpret work orders.
- Must have knowledge of custom store fixture industry and receiving.
- Ability to clearly identify product from package labels.
- Exceptional attention to detail and quality.
- Must also be willing to work flexible and overtime hours as needed.
- Team orientated.