Material Handler/Forklift Operator II (PM Shift) - Salt Lake City, UT

American President Lines; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k)

Health Insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

CEVA Logistics is hiring a Material Handler/Forklift Operator II (PM Shift) in Salt Lake City, UT. This role focuses on safe loading/unloading, cargo verification, and efficient warehouse operations within a fast-paced environment.

The incumbent will operate forklifts, assist with containerizing loads, and ensure accurate documentation while maintaining a clean, organized space. A strong team player with customer service mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1–3 years related experience; 1 year industry experience preferred.
• Forklift certification and valid driver’s license preferred.
• Ability to frequently lift up to 50 pounds; operate heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers at all times.
• Manage cargo from incoming trucks by hand, pallet jack, or forklift.
• Verify and note cargo count and condition; record receipts and attach proper documentation.
• Sort cargo by account/destination and label freight for destination.
• Perform forklift duties and learn to containerize basic loads.
• Monitor warehouse maintenance tasks such as sweeping floors and storing equipment.

Skills

Forklift operation

Heavy equipment operation

Basic math

Customer service

Team player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Material Handler/Forklift Operator II (PM Shift) - Salt Lake City, UT

CEVA Logistics provides global supply chain solutions to connect people, products, and providers all around the world. Present in 170+ countries and with more than 110,000 employees spread over 1,500 sites, we are proud to be a Top 5 global 3PL.

We believe that our employees are the key to our success. We want to engage and empower our diverse, global team to co-create value with our customers through our solutions in contract logistics and air, ocean, ground, and finished vehicle transport. That is why CEVA Logistics offers a dynamic and exceptional work environment that fosters personal growth, innovation, and continuous improvement.

At CEVA Logistics, weRise inMotion. Your career is always on the move,growingas fast and as far as your ambition takes you. Join a global team ofnearly 200nationalities, shaping the future of global trade, moving essential goods, forging new paths, and pushing boundaries to serve an ever-changing world. The pace is fast, the challenges are real, but the rewards are greater: growth, purpose, and the chance to make a meaningful impact. This is more than a job.It’sa journey on which you rise.

Hourly Pay Range: $17.30 to $21.62

YOUR ROLE

Are you known for your equipment operation skills and passionate about warehouse logistics and organization? Do you enjoy working in a clean and efficient warehouse environment? If so, we have an opportunity that would allow you to manage loading/unloading of freight and contribute to delivering results in a safe and efficient warehouse operation.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Develop and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers at all times.
• Manage cargo from incoming trucks by removing from truck by hand or by using manual equipment such as hand truck or pallet jack, or by using forklift.
• Verify and note the count and condition of cargo received, knowing when to either refuse or accept with notation. Record receipts to appropriate forms and/or log books. Verify that proper documentation is attached.
• Sort cargo received by account or intended location and store in proper location. Accurately label freight to destination.
• Perform forklift duties and learn to containerize basic loads.
• Monitor various warehouse maintenance tasks, including sweeping floors, storing equipment, etc.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

• Education and Experience: High School Diploma or GED; Minimum one to three years related experience; Minimum one year industry experience, preferred.
• Credentials: Forklift Driver Certification; Valid state issued driver’s license preferred.
• Skills: Ability to frequently lift / move up to fifty (50) pounds. Ability to drive and/or operate heavy equipment. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
• Characteristics: Responds promptly and professionally to customer needs; Ability to perform in a team environment. Able to identify and resolve problemsin a timely manner. Ability to read, comprehend and complete basic checklists, forms or other related documents

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (how about sales or supply chain?) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

CEVA Logistics is proud to be an equal opportunity work place and an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individual with Disabilities.