Forklift Operator

FULL-TIME

$17.25/hr

The wage for this position is $16.50-18.00/hr depending on experience. Forklift Operator I is responsible for the movement of material from inventory to production and back to inventory. 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.

DEN-03 WS-03 WS-LC

Schedule

Shift start: 5:00AM or 7:00AM
Shift length: 11 hours
Monday-Friday with occasional Saturdays

Benefits

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

Qualifications

• Must pass drug screen
• Can lift 50 lbs
• Must be at least 18+ years old

Ability to read a tape measureBasic math skills

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.