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Shipping / Receiving Material Handler
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What they do
A Forklift or Pallet Jack Operator operates forklift machinery used to lift heavy loads or pallets at a construction site, warehouse or factory.
$46,123 / year median in New York
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Shipping / Receiving Material Handler UFP Industries, Inc $21.00-$25.00 hourly- dependent on experience
- medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), employee discount United States, York, Buffalo Sep 01, 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.
SHIFT M-F 7
00am - 3:30pm 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.
Hourly Pay Range:
$21.00-$25.00 hourly- 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, and trip rate 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.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)
- Health and Wellness Programs