Forklift 1 / Machine Operator

UFP Industries, Inc.; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established manufacturing company is seeking a Forklift Operator and Machine Operator in Greater London. The roles involve the movement of materials, operation of production machines, and maintaining safety and cleanliness in the work environment. Candidates should have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of manufacturing experience. This company values teamwork and offers opportunities for career advancement while maintaining a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in manufacturing and/or assembling required.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Working knowledge of basic math preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move material in process from one station to another if necessary.
• Operate and feed the machine in a safe and efficient manner.
• Participate in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings.

Skills

Basic math skills

Manufacturing experience

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Forklift 1 / Machine Operator page is loaded## Forklift 1 / Machine Operatorlocations: New London, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R18294**Job Summary** **Forklift Operator** - 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** • High school diploma/GED is preferred but not required. • Minimum of 1 Year of experience in manufacturing and/or assembling is required. • Working knowledge of basic math preferred • High school diploma/GED preferred but not required. • Must be at least 18 years of age.**Job Summary****Machine Operator -** Machine Operator is responsible for the set up and operation of a production machine in accordance with established procedures and guidelines. Secures and maintains material and supplies required on the operation.**Principle Duties and Responsibilities** • Completes work area set up. • Operates and feeds the machine in a safe and efficient manner, and according to established procedures. • Stacks completed products in accordance with established procedures, and if required, may cover, label and band components/finished product. • Ensures work area is safe, clean and organized, and that equipment is safe to operate. • Completes pre-shift/startup equipment inspection checklist and reports any problems or concerns. • Maintains a clean and orderly work environment. • Maintains production records as required. • Checks materials and finished products to ensure compliance with standards. • Performs duties consistent with established safety and quality procedures, rules, and standards. • Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings. • Performs other duties as assigned.### *The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.*locations: New London, NCtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago**We're successful.** We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records.**We're competitive.** Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it.**We're family.**We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be.**We work hard and smart.**We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.