23 May
Forklift Driver - Shipping and Receiveing
California, Thornton , 95686 Thornton USA

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Forklift Driver - Shipping and Receiveing

FULL-TIME

$18/hr

General Summary

Forklift Operator II is responsible for the loading and unloading of material on trucks and rail cars. Maintains correct paperwork and shipping and receiving records are required. Works under immediate supervision; relies on specific direction and instructions.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

Loads and unloads trucks and rail cars

Moves material and other products from storage to work areas and vice versa as required.

Breaks packs to correct size and labels material before loading product on a truck or rail car

Provides general preventive maintenance on equipment.

Completes pre-shift/startup equipment checklist and reports any problems or concerns.

Maintains yard and ensures it is organized and clean.

Completes paperwork as required.

Empty trash and wood hoppers.

Follows forklift rules and policies as described by Company policy.

Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.

Performs other duties as required.

Job Specifications

Knowledge

Minimum 9th grade basic education; High school diploma/GED preferred but not required

Prefers 6 months to 1 year of experience driving a forklift or operating similar equipment.

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

Ability to estimate approximate weight 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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Schedule

Shift start: 4:00AM or 9:00AM or 4:00PM
Shift length: 8 hours


Benefits
  • Health, dental, vision insurance - available after 60 days
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) plan

Qualifications
  • Must pass drug screen
  • Can lift 25 lbs
  • Must be at least 18+ years old
6 months to 1 year of experience driving a forklift or operating similar equipment

Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process

About Universal Forest Products

Universal Forest Products, Inc., is a U.S.-based global corporation that finds reward in its roots and its hard-earned success. Founded in 1955 as a supplier of lumber to the manufactured housing industry, Universal today is a multibillion-dollar holding company with subsidiaries around the globe that serve three robust markets: retail, industrial and construction. Since 1993, Universal has been publicly traded (Nasdaq: UFPI). We’re headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

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