Production/ Forklift Operator

Compass Minerals; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Minerals in Ogden, UT seeks a packaging/operator associate to support daily production while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires physical stamina, forklift certification, and the ability to operate and troubleshoot packaging equipment across rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be able to operate forklift with certification per Ogden site.
• Experience with packaging equipment and quality checks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on rotating shifts.

Responsibilities

• Inspects safety and operating integrity of equipment in assigned area.
• Performs quality packaging of dry products to spec and palletize.
• Troubleshoots equipment and meets daily production goals.
• Maintains sanitation and quality records.
• Interacts cross-functionally and documents data accurately.

Skills

Forklift operation

Quality packaging

Troubleshooting

Data collection

Basic computer skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Excel

Word

Outlook

Access

Job description

Compass Minerals (NYSE: CMP) is a leading global provider of essential minerals focused on safely delivering where and when it matters to help solve nature’s challenges for customers and communities. The company’s salt products help keep roadways safe during winter weather and are used in numerous other consumer, industrial, chemical and agricultural applications. Its plant nutrition products help improve the quality and yield of crops while supporting sustainable agriculture. Compass Minerals operates 11 production and packaging facilities with more than 1,800 employees throughout the U.S., Canada and the U.K. Visit compassminerals.com for more information about the company and its products.

Compass Minerals | Salt - Plant Nutrients - Magnesium Chloride

Compass Minerals produces salt, plant nutrients and magnesium chloride for distribution primarily in North America.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include but are not limited to the following: (Management reserves the right to add or modify the duties and responsibilities at any time.)

• Inspects safety and operating integrity of equipment in assigned area and reports all problems to Shift Supervisor.
• Performs quality packaging of the dry products to include: proper weights, proper folds, sealing of the bags, and placement within the specifications of a pallet. Also the finish production of the pallet and transference to the staging area.
• Must be certified (OSHA & Ogden Site) to operate a forklift to handle materials up to and including loading trucks and railcars.
• Receives information from colleagues as it pertains to packaging and production. Communication with the off shift is mandatory so that the operator is made aware of previous shift results. Visually ensures that machinery used in this area is functioning normally and within established safety and operating guidelines.
• The employee will need to be proficient at troubleshooting issues with all the equipment in this area, and be expected to meet daily production goals, while maintaining Quality standards of products.
• Proper monitoring and documentation to meet all Quality checks performed in the area
• Knowledge of proper lifting techniques.
• Ability to lift a minimum of fifty pounds
• Accurate and timely data collection
• Keep packaging area within sanitation specifications
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts
• Strong mechanical aptitude combined with good diagnostic skills
• High level of awareness. Must have ability to operate two lines/handle multiple priorities simultaneously
• Willingness to make decisions, act upon them and accept accountability
• Ability to interact cross-functionally
• Basic computer skills
• Flexibility and willingness to rotate lines and jobs within Packaging Department
• Ability to work rotating shifts, including days, nights, weekends and/or holidays as required.

Additional Information

• Physically demanding position
• Practicing under Good Manufacturing Practices
• Must have desire to work in constantly-changing, progressive environment
• Other duties as assigned

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Physical Functions

• Standing - 6 1/2 hours in 8 hour day. 4 hours overtime, possibly 3 days in a row. 10 1/2 hours standing maximum.
• Sitting - Driving forktruck minimal amount of time
• Lifting - Up to 50# required; 40#/50# bag handstacking - occasionally
• Lift/pull - operate hand-jack to lift pallets of bags
• Push/Pull - push totes on wheels with product, cardboard, or trash. Mop & Broom for cleanup
• Climbing-
  • Up & down steps and stairways - multiples times per shift
  • Up & down on forklift as required
• Balancing - climbing steps / ladder. Getting in and out of machine
• Walking - to work area, in and around machines, to break room
• Stooping - to pick up cases, handstacking, cleaning with air hose around and under machines
• Kneeling - to clean. Very seldom
• Squatting - occasionally picking up bags, boxes, cases, etc.
• Reaching - overhead to fill magazine and coupons, bundles off pallets, remove jams in machine
• Handling - use putty and utility knife - 50-100 times per day. Fan through bags, using spray bottle. Turning machines off and on, paperwork, computer input
• Twisting - head and neck rotation while driving forklift. Filling bag magazines.
• Talking - communicate with co-workers and off shifts
• Hearing - Machines running, operate forktrucks, co-workers, alarms
• Noise - hearing protection required in all production areas
• Sight - Operate machinery, complete paperwork, monitor product
• Hazards - automatic equipment, pressurized air hoses, using utility knife.
• Individual will need to know what parts are stocked in the warehouse for the equipment in his area, and know how to generate work orders for replacement parts
• Maintain safe housekeeping requirements in areas of responsibilities.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to carry out each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required and should be considered the minimum standard. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

A high school diploma or equivalency is required. The individual must have working knowledge of packaging equipment, processing equipment, and forklift operations. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Must pay attention to detail and perform tasks with a high level of quality.

Computer Skills

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be PC literate and proficient with Excel, Word, Outlook, E1, and Access.

Competency

Interpersonal Skills

Ability to work effectively on an individual basis and in a team environment. Ability to adhere to related Company Core Principles.

Written Communication

Such communications are concise, clear, legible, complete/accurate and timely.

Planning/Organizing

Must have the ability to plan daily and weekly tasks and organizational ability to effectively prioritize time between differing plant functions.

Professionalism

Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Follows through on commitments.

Quality

Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Language Skills

The abilities listed are representative of the level of competency the incumbent needs in order to effectively perform the essential duties. Ability to articulate information verbally and written in English effectively. Meet Core Principle when communication.

Mathematical and Reasoning Ability and Skills

Basic math competency up to and including entry level algebra. Have the ability to collect and accurately assemble data in a logical manner.

Essential Job Functions

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is also required to stand; walk; climb stairs and ladders, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds with assistance.

If candidate cannot be located at this level, consideration will be given to another level.

Compass Minerals is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are firmly committed to making all employment‑related decisions without regard to race, ancestry, ethnicity, color, religious creed or belief, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and pregnancy and breastfeeding), age, military or veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by law. Learn more about equal employment opportunity laws atdol.gov. July 2025