Ufpi
Direct Workday career site

Forklift Operator 1

Pay
$16 – $18 per hour
Location
Louisville, AL
Listed
3 days ago

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
  • 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

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Pay and benefits

Hourly Rate starting will range between $16.00-$18.00 per hour depending on experience.

Day Shift

Benefits

We have a wide variety of Benefits including:

  • *Health
  • *Dental
  • *Vision
  • *401k
  • *Profit sharing bonus program
  • *Life
  • *Paid Vacation
  • *Personal Leave Time Accrual
  • *Paid Holidays
  • *Wellness Programs

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Read the original posting

From Ufpi's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.

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Common questions

What is the salary for the Forklift Operator 1 role at Ufpi?

The Forklift Operator 1 posting at Ufpi states compensation of $16 – $18 per hour. Final pay may depend on location, experience, and interview evaluation on Ufpi's official career site.

Where is the Forklift Operator 1 job at Ufpi located?

This Forklift Operator 1 position at Ufpi is located in Louisville, AL. Always check Ufpi's application page for specific state eligibility or relocation policies.

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