Forklift Operator

First Quality • Salt Lake, UT

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About The Position

First Quality is a family-owned company with more than 35 years of history and over 5,000 team members. Its companies manufacture personal care and household products, as well as certain raw materials, components, and packaging solutions. The Forklift Operator moves and handles materials throughout the facility, supports warehouse organization and inventory processes, and helps ensure materials are available for production and delivery. The role requires safe equipment operation, adherence to company policies, and effective collaboration with team members.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience operating forklifts in a manufacturing or warehouse environment.
• Strong understanding of safety protocols and best practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Good communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a team.
• Ability to read, write, communicate with others, and receive communication from others.
• Proficiency in safely operating various types of warehouse equipment, such as stretch-wrap machines.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and other material-handling equipment to move, load, and unload materials.
• Transport subassembly and raw materials to the warehouse for storage.
• Organize the warehouse for optimal performance.
• Maintain the first-in/first-out (FIFO) material rotation system.
• Create and receive Standard Transfer Orders (STOs).
• Ensure the safe and efficient transportation of goods throughout the facility.
• Perform routine forklift inspections and maintenance, and report issues to management.
• Adhere to safety regulations and company policies.
• Accurately document material movement to assist with inventory management.
• Collaborate with team members to support timely production and delivery of materials.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Be punctual and professional, and follow workplace safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities.
• Paid time off (three-week minimum).
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Child and family care assistance through a dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2,500.
• Bundle of Joy benefit: a year’s worth of free diapers for team members with a new baby.
• Tuition assistance.
• Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED