What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Operator position at ufpi?
Job Summary The Heavy Machinery Operator is responsible for safely operating industrial equipment to transport raw materials, finished pallets, and other products throughout the pallet manufacturing facility. This position supports production by ensuring materials are delivered efficiently while maintaining a safe and organized work environment. Principle Duties and Responsibilities Ensures final product meets customer expectations. Secures and maintains material and supplies required for the operation according to production sheets. Completes work area set up. Operates and feeds the machine in a safe and efficient manner, and according to established procedures. Continually watches the machine to ensure quality. Stacks completed products in accordance with established procedures, and if required, may cover, label and band componentsfinish product. Operates hand tools to complete assembly process. Ensures work area is safe, clean and organized, and that equipment is safe to operate. Completes preshiftstartup equipment inspection checklist and reports any problems or concerns. Maintains a clean and orderly work environment. Maintains production records as required. Checks materials and finished products to ensure compliance with standards. Performs duties consistent with established safety and quality procedures, rules, and standards. May perform preventive maintenance as specified. Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings. Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred but not required. Minimum of 6 months of experience in manufacturing and/or assembling is required. Working knowledge of basic math preferred. High school diploma/GED preferred but not required. Must be at least 18 years of age. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please watch our welcome video below to learn more about UFP Industries! Click Here to Review Truck Driver Postings Wondering what the companies of UFP Industries are all about? We're successful. We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We're family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be. We work hard and smart. We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.