Forklift Operator I (Lower Mill) - 1st Shift UFP Industries, Inc $20.00 - $22.00 an hour dependent on experience

• medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), employee discount United States, California, Thornton 26200 North Nowell Road (Show on map) Sep 25, 2026 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

A minimum of 6 to 12 months of 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 Click here to watch what a day in the life of a Forklift Operator looks like.

Compensation & Benefit Information:

Hourly/Salary Pay Range:

$20.00 - $22.00 an hour dependent on experience

•pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Bonus/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.