Forklift Operator with Day-One Benefits

First Quality; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary and bonus

Paid time off

Medical, dental and vision

401(k) with employer match

Paid parental leave

Tuition assistance

Wellness program

Job summary

First Quality is seeking a Forklift Operator at our Salt Lake City, UT facility. The role focuses on moving and staging materials, loading/unloading, and supporting daily warehouse operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of forklift experience, with strong safety awareness and reliable communication. Overtime, physical tasks, and teamwork are essential components of the job.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years forklift experience.
• Organizational ability and effective communication skills.
• Able to work overtime (weekday and weekend).
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and push/pull up to 100 lbs.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English.

Responsibilities

• Adheres to Safe Work Practices and company policies.
• Pick and stage raw materials for manufacturing.
• Deliver materials to designated areas on the floor.
• Load/unload trucks and trailers and manage packaging materials.
• Perform cycle counts and daily pre-shift inspections of powered equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized warehouse to keep it tour-ready.
• Assist in warehouse operations as needed and support other departments.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

First Quality is seeking a Forklift Operator at our Salt Lake City, UT facility. The role focuses on moving and staging materials, loading/unloading, and supporting daily warehouse operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent and 1–2 years of forklift experience, with strong safety awareness and reliable communication. Overtime, physical tasks, and teamwork are essential components of the job.