About The Position

Forklift Operators support the movement of materials and products, warehouse organization, finished-goods inspection, and loading customer trucks. The role operates a propane sit-down forklift to move raw materials and finished products throughout the manufacturing floor, helping keep production lines clear and materials and products properly stored. The position is seasonal, based in Tooele, Utah, and follows a Monday–Friday schedule generally from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.; shifts and hours may vary based on business needs. The standard work week is 40 hours, with occasional overtime and no travel required. The work takes place in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and may involve ambient and outdoor temperatures, dust, mechanical parts, pinch points, increased noise, and heavy stationary machinery. Required protective equipment includes eye and hearing protection on the production floor, safety-toe shoes, and high-visibility vests, along with any additional department-specific PPE required by management. The employer states that reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Requirements

  • Be at least 18 years of age.
  • Have prior experience operating a propane sit-down forklift or other powered industrial truck/mobile equipment.
  • Demonstrate safe working practices and attention to detail.
  • Be able to follow company policies, procedures, and processes.
  • Have good communication, organization, and time-management skills.
  • Have basic computer, mathematics, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to use a calculator.
  • Be able to use measuring devices such as gauges, tapes, and rulers.
  • Be a team player who can follow instructions from management and peers.
  • Be able to learn and operate new equipment.

Nice To Haves

  • High school diploma or GED is preferred.
  • Prior experience in a manufacturing setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Perform pre-shift forklift inspections.
  • Record preventive maintenance activities, quality inspection data, equipment downtime, production output, and other key metrics; perform mathematical calculations as needed.
  • Safely operate a propane sit-down forklift to move raw materials and finished products throughout the manufacturing floor, keep production lines clear and running, and store products and raw materials properly.
  • Visually inspect material for quality defects, segregate defective product, and notify a supervisor.
  • Fill dumpsters from the production floor and maintain plant housekeeping inside and outside.
  • Work with production and shipping teams to follow facility standard work and processes and improve operations.
  • Support and help organize the recycling area when needed.
  • Fill in in other plant areas, such as Machine Operator, as required.
  • Assist Forklift Operator II as needed.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
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