Forklift Operator - Salt Lake City

Weyerhaeuser; South Salt Lake (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Weyerhaeuser Salt Lake City Distribution Center is hiring a Forklift Operations Associate. The role, reporting to the Site Operations Manager, focuses on moving and handling wood products within the yard/warehouse and involves significant manual labor.

Starting pay is $20.00 per hour with a 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM shift. Training is provided; prior forklift experience is not required. The job emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• No forklift experience needed; training provided.
• Willingness to learn and positive attitude.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb and move up to 100 lb.
• Must work outside in elements five days a week; some Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain propane or gas forklift to move products from stock lines to staging and/or cut stations.
• Safely load and unload products from trailers and rail cars.
• Prioritize personal safety and safety of others; intervene if unsafe.
• Accurately perform basic math and document shipping/receiving activities.
• Count units and record totals; develop knowledge of products and warehouse operations.
• Commit to quality, efficiency, and continuous process improvement.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Safety minded

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

DescriptionWeyerhaeuser Salt Lake City Distribution Center is currently seeking a Forklift Operations Associate. Under the direction of the Site Operations Manager and designated leaders, this position is responsible for all activities associated with the movement and handling of materials related to the wood products yard/warehouse.Our entry-level pay rate begins at $20.00 per hour. The shift is scheduled from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM.Key Functions:Safely operate and maintain propane or gas forklift to move products from stock lines to staging and/or cut stations.Safely load and unload products from various trailers and rail carsSafely do your job to ensure your personal safety and the safety of others.Courage to intervene in any unsafe practices.Accurately perform basic math skills such as adding, subtracting, and multiplyingAccurately count units, record totals and document shipping and receiving activitiesDevelop in depth knowledge of building material products and warehouse operations.Commit to quality, efficiency, and continuous process improvement.This is not an inside warehouse position. This role will perform manual labor 55 - 65% of the time.QualificationsWhat you will need:High school diploma or GED.A positive willing-to-learn attitude. No prior forklift operator experience required. Training provided.Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move or slide up to 100 pounds.Must be able work outside in the elements five days a week and occasional Saturdays depending on business needsMust comply with all personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.Ability to work on a computer.Ability to work cohesively in a team environment with strong attention to detail and accuracy.About Wood Products:We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.About WeyerhaeuserWe sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.Job Operations, Manufacturing, & ConstructionPrimary LocationUSA-UT-South Salt LakeSchedule Full-timeJob Level Individual ContributorJob Type ExperiencedShift Day (1st)