Forklift Operator

Treehouse Island, Inc.; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Wellness programs

Paid holidays and vacation

Inclusive working environment

Career growth opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

TreeHouse Foods is seeking a Forklift Operator in Ogden, UT to ensure accurate inventory and timely material delivery within a food-safe warehouse. You will move materials, label pallets, perform cycle counts, and support production line supply while following FIFO and safety policies.

The role prefers 1–2 years in a warehouse setting, 2+ years forklift experience and a Utah driver’s license, plus basic math and scanner skills for inventory updates.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1–2 years of experience in a warehouse or production environment.
• Minimum 2 years forklift experience and a valid Utah Driver’s License.
• Basic math and computer skills; experience with handheld scanners preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment to move raw materials and finished goods to assigned areas.
• Ensure FIFO procedures are followed and maintain accuracy of incoming, outgoing, and in-process inventory.
• Accurately label pallets, perform cycle counts, and update inventory in the system using RF scan guns.
• Consolidate and segregate inventory, including partial pallets and allergen products, as required.
• Assist with disposition of non-salable product and maintain warehouse safety and cleanliness.
• Support production line supply and proper storage of materials.
• Follow all food safety, food quality, and food defense policies, and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Verbal & written communication

Handheld scanner experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

RF scan guns

Job description

Employee Details

Employee Type: Full time

Location: UT Ogden

Job Type: Production Operations

Job Posting Title: Forklift Operator

About Us

TreeHouse Foods is a leading manufacturer of private label packaged foods and beverages, operating a network of over 20 production facilities and several corporate offices across the United States and Canada. At TreeHouse Foods, our commitment to excellence extends beyond our products and revolves around our people. We are investing in talent and creating a performance-based culture where employees can do their best work and develop their careers, directly impacting our mission to make high quality, affordable food for our customers, communities, and families. We hope you will consider joining the team and being part of our future. Named one of America’s Best Large Employers by Forbes Magazine, we are proud to live by a strong set of values and strive to "Engage and Delight – One Customer at a Time." Guided by our values—Own It, Commit to Excellence, Be Agile, Speak Up, and Better Together. We are a diverse team driven by integrity, accountability, and a commitment to exceptional results. We embrace change, prioritize continuous learning, and foster collaboration, transparency, and healthy debate. Together, we set each other up for success to achieve enterprise-wide goals.

What You Gain

• Competitive compensation and benefits program!
• Enrollment in our wellness and employee assistance programs!
• Paid holidays, vacation, and other competitive paid time off opportunities!
• An inclusive working environment where you can build meaningful work relationships with a diverse group of people
• Leaders who are invested in supporting your career growth.
• Opportunities to be recognized for outstanding contributions to your team through our employee recognition programs.

Job Description

About the Role:

The Forklift Operator is responsible for maintaining accurate inventory control, ensuring timely delivery of materials, and supporting warehouse operations while upholding food safety and quality standards. You will add value by performing the following duties including but not limited to:

• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move raw materials and finished goods to assigned areas
• Ensure FIFO procedures are followed and maintain accuracy of incoming, outgoing, and in-process inventory
• Accurately label pallets, perform cycle counts, and update inventory in the system using RF scan guns
• Consolidate and segregate inventory, including partial pallets and allergen products, as required
• Assist with disposition of non-salable product and maintain warehouse safety and cleanliness
• Support production line supply and proper storage of materials
• Follow all food safety, food quality, and food defense policies, and perform other duties as assigned

Important Details

This is a full-time permanent role on 2nd shift, which operates from 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm Monday through Friday with some Saturdays.

Pay: Starting at $24.86/Hr.

About You

• High School Diploma or GED
• 1–2 years of experience in a warehouse or production environment
• Minimum 2 years forklift experience and a valid Utah Driver’s License
• Basic math skills and basic computer skills; experience with handheld scanners (preferred)
• Strong attention to detail and good written and verbal communication skills

Equal Opportunity Employer

TreeHouse Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [e-mail].

Recruitment Agency Notice

To all recruitment agencies: TreeHouse Foods does not accept unsolicited agency resumes/CVs. Please do not forward resumes/CVs to our careers email addresses, Treehouse Foods employees, or any company location(s). TreeHouse Foods is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes/CVs.