Forklift Operator & Production Support Technician

INTERMOUNTAIN ELECTRONICS INC•Price, UT

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Intermountain Electronics is hiring a dependable, safety-conscious Forklift Operator & Production Support Technician for its manufacturing team in Price, Utah. This hands-on role combines forklift operation, industrial material handling, equipment preparation, and production support. The technician moves large materials and equipment throughout the facility, assists with positioning metal buildings using overhead cranes, and prepares finished products for shipment. The schedule is day shift, Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM–3:30 PM, with every other Friday off. The role also involves cleaning completed electrical equipment and metal buildings to meet foreign object debris (FOD) requirements and customer quality expectations; supporting basic assembly, disassembly, installation, repairs, and refurbishment; and using common hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment. The technician maintains clean, organized work areas, manages waste, inspects and stores tools and equipment, and works with production teams and supervisors while following company safety procedures and quality standards. Prior forklift experience is required. Intermountain Electronics provides internal training and certification opportunities for forklift and overhead crane operation based on job requirements.

Requirements

Previous forklift operating experience.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to safely handle large materials and work around industrial equipment.
Experience using basic hand tools and shop equipment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety and quality.
Dependable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Skilled in safe use of hand tools, power tools, and electrical testing equipment such as multimeters and crimpers.
Capable of operating forklifts, overhead cranes, and other shop equipment safely and efficiently.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and push or pull up to 100 pounds.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, or crouch for extended periods.
Ability to work safely in an active industrial manufacturing environment.
Reliable and self-motivated, with the ability to prioritize work with minimal supervision while meeting production goals.
Strong teamwork and communication skills, including the ability to collaborate with peers and supervisors.

Nice To Haves

Technical training or prior experience in electrical, mechanical, or panel assembly.
Previous experience in manufacturing, warehousing, industrial production, or material handling.
Experience operating overhead cranes or assisting with rigging and lifting operations.
Familiarity with equipment preparation, assembly, or production support.
Experience working around large metal structures or industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

Operate forklifts to transport, move, and position large materials, equipment, and metal buildings throughout the manufacturing facility.
Assist with overhead crane operations to secure, lift, and position large equipment and metal structures safely.
Organize materials and maintain clear, accessible production areas.
Follow safety procedures when moving equipment and working around large loads.
Prepare completed electrical equipment and metal buildings for shipment.
Clean equipment interiors and exteriors to meet FOD requirements and customer quality expectations.
Remove dust, debris, packaging materials, and other contaminants using approved cleaning supplies and equipment.
Assist with basic assembly, disassembly, installation, repairs, and refurbishment as needed.
Use hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment to support production activities.
Keep manufacturing areas clean, organized, and free of unnecessary debris.
Collect and dispose of waste materials inside the facility and around the property.
Inspect, maintain, and properly store tools and equipment.
Work with production teams and supervisors to complete assigned tasks efficiently.
Follow company safety policies, procedures, and quality standards.