Forklift Operator - Shipping and Receiving
- LocationBuffalo, NY
- Work typeNot stated
- Salary18 to 25 USD an hour
- EmploymentFull-time
- Posted5 November 2026
- SourceUFPI's careers page (Workday)
Live checkFirst seen yesterday; still listed on UFPI's careers page 7 h ago.
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- EducationHigh school diploma (preferred)
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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: TUESDAYS-SATURDAYS 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM**
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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Hourly Pay Range:
$18.00-$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.
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