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UFP Industries, Inc

Forklift Operator- 2nd Shift

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A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.

$42,822 / year median in Georgia

+12% projected growth

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Forklift Operator- 2nd Shift UFP Industries, Inc United States, Georgia, Union City 5200 Georgia 138 (Show on map) Jul 09, 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. The working hours are from 5pm-5am during the busy season, 4:30pm- 2:30am during the regular season. 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
No minimum experience is required however, 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. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.