Forklift Operator & Material Handler Fast-Paced Warehouse

Western Partitions, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentive bonus plan

401(k) retirement savings with match

Medical, prescription, dental and vis­

Life insurance and disability benefits

Flexible paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Western Partitions, Inc. (WPI) is seeking a Forklift Operator and Material Handler to join our warehouse team in Salt Lake City.

This role focuses on operating forklifts and material handling equipment to move, locate, relocate, and stack materials within our facility. The ideal candidate will have forklift experience and certification, knowledge of warehouse operations, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and accuracy in inventory records.

Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience and certification when required.
• Experience operating forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations, shipping and receiving processes.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Basic computer skills for inventory tracking and record-keeping.
• Comfort with a fast-paced environment and changing priorities.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklifts and material handling equipment following safety guidelines and company procedures.
• Load and unload trucks with accuracy in material handling and placement.
• Transport materials to designated areas within warehouse or production facility.
• Move raw materials and finished products as required.
• Maintain inventory movement records using scanning systems or logs.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance checks on forklifts and report issues.
• Assist in inventory counts, cycle counts, and stock management tasks.
• Keep the warehouse clean, organized, and hazard-free.
• Follow all safety regulations and SOPs.
• Collaborate with team members and supervisors to meet deadlines.

Skills

Forklift operation

Certification

Warehouse operations

Heavy lifting (up to 50 lbs)

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Fast-paced adaptability

Teamwork and communication

Job description

Western Partitions, Inc. (WPI) is seeking a Forklift Operator and Material Handler to join our warehouse team in Salt Lake City.

This role focuses on operating forklifts and material handling equipment to move, locate, relocate, and stack materials within our facility. The ideal candidate will have forklift experience and certification, knowledge of warehouse operations, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining safety and accuracy in inventory records.