Warehouse Technician / Forklift Operator

torus; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity in rewards package

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Health Benefits Package (PPO or HSA)

Job summary

Torus, headquartered in Utah, is expanding its GigaOne facility in Salt Lake City. We seek a Warehouse Technician II to support inventory control, material handling, and shipping/receiving, ensuring accurate parts delivery to manufacturing and field projects.

Responsibilities include forklift operation, ERP/WMS tracking, cycle counts, and collaboration with production teams. We offer competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package; full-time, daytime schedule.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with 2+ years in warehouse or inventory control.
• Active driver's license is required.
• Experience with pick lists, packing slips, or shipping/receiving docs.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in records.

Responsibilities

• Receive deliveries, verify against packing lists and inspect for damage.
• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks and material handling equipment safely.
• Track inventory using ERP/WMS and perform cycle counts.
• Maintain organized storage areas and optimize layout for safety.
• Document shipping, receiving logs and inventory adjustments.
• Collaborate with production, procurement, and engineering teams.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Independent work

Communication

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

ERP/WMS familiarity

Job description

Warehouse Technician / Forklift Operator

Torus is headquartered in Utah and is expanding manufacturing at our 540,000-square-foot facility in Salt Lake City called GigaOne. Our missionis to build the world’s first mesh energy infrastructure — built to unite people and communities through resilient, secure, and intelligent power. We design, engineer, manufacture, install, and support our systems end-to-end, standing behind them throughout their lifecycle. Torus systems help reduce costs, lower emissions, and protect facilities from outages, while strengthening the security and reliability of the broader utility grid. Torus is committed to American manufacturing, engineering excellence, and building energy systems that last.

At Torus, you will be part of something larger than a single product or technology. Your work will help build energy infrastructure that supports critical systems, industry, and communities for decades to come. We value accountability, collaboration, and clear thinking. We are looking for people who want to solve hard problems and build things that matter.

Who You Are

• Seeking a long-term role with career growth in warehouse logistics, supply chain, or operations.
• Dependable, detail-oriented, and naturally organized—you take pride in accuracy.
• Clear communicator who checks assumptions, seeks clarity, and provides timely updates.
• Safety-focused, process-driven, and proactive in identifying risks or inefficiencies.
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision while coordinating across teams.

About the Role

As a Warehouse Technician II, you will support warehouse operations including inventory control, materials handling, shipping/receiving, and coordination with production teams. Your role ensures that parts, components, and finished goods are stored, tracked, and delivered to manufacturing and field projects safely, accurately, and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Material Handling & Logistics: Receive deliveries, verify shipments against packing lists, inspect for damage, and process inventory receipts. Pick, pack, and stage materials for production builds and outbound shipments. Safely operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and material handling equipment.
• Inventory Management: Track inventory using ERP or warehouse management systems (training provided). Maintain accurate records of material movements, part counts, and stock levels. Perform regular cycle counts and support inventory audits.
• Warehouse Organization: Maintain clean, clearly labeled, and well-organized storage areas. Optimize inventory layout for efficiency and safety flow. Assist in designing and building shelving, storage racks, and bin systems as needed.
• Equipment Maintenance: Inspect and maintain warehouse tools, lifting equipment, and packaging stations. Report any malfunctioning equipment that may impact safety or operations.
• Safety and Compliance: Follow all OSHA, company, and industry safety standards. Use PPE appropriately and enforce safe material handling practices. Participate in safety training and help improve warehouse safety policies.
• Collaboration & Communication: Communicate proactively with manufacturing, procurement, and engineering to support material needs. Track and report any inventory discrepancies, supply delays, or damaged parts. Provide feedback to improve workflows and material tracking efficiency.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate shipping documentation, receiving logs, and inventory adjustments. Use digital tools to document issues, corrective actions, and improvement ideas.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Required Experience

• High School Diploma/Equivalent and 2+ years of warehouse, material handling, or inventory control experience.
• Current and Active Drivers License.
• Familiarity with warehouse tools, pallet jacks, forklifts, and basic computer applications.
• Experience working from pick lists, packing slips, or shipping/receiving documentation.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and record accuracy.
• Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and support fast-moving operations.

Preferred Experience

• Active OSHA-compliant Forklift Certification (or ability to obtain).
• Experience with ERP/WMS inventory systems (NetSuite, SAP, Fishbowl, etc.).
• Knowledge of shipping carriers (UPS, FedEx, LTL) and freight documentation.
• Experience in manufacturing, aerospace, or energy sector environments.
• Employee Rewards Package including equity
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Health Benefits Package: Choice between traditional PPO or HSA eligible medical plans; Dental insurance; and Vision insurance
• Human-centered Paid Time Off (based on employment status) including 10 days accrued PTO; 10-days paid company holidays; Waiting period-free 100% paid parental leave.
• Torus paid Life with option to purchase additional coverage
• Voluntary Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Background Check All candidates are subject to a background check.

Location + Travel The role is based in our GigaOne Warehouse in Salt Lake. May require occasional onsite work in our South Salt Lake warehouse.
Schedule Full-Time, Hourly - 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Monday-Friday

Compensation $21 - 25 DOE (Note: We have the flexibility to hire at different levels, which may impact the corresponding pay range.)

Work Authorization Applicants must already have the legal authorization to work in the US without requiring any employer sponsorship.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the ability to safely lift and move objects weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be capable of standing, bending, and executing repetitive tasks for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to read, identify, observe and recognize details, color-coding and fine print at close range on associated engineering drawings.
• Ability to don personal protective equipment to include, but not limited to, respiratory protective equipment with proper seal, coveralls, ear protection, gloves, eye protection & safety helmet.
• Ability to observe, detect and respond to audible and visual machine malfunction warnings.
• Ability to communicate information so others can understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
• Must report to work reliably and with the ability to use full and unimpaired skills and judgment to safely execute your job.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English required.

Torus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.