Machine Operator / Forklift Operator – Salt Lake City, Utah
Pay: $18.00–$20.00/hr (DOE)
Schedule: Full-time
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Summary
We are seeking a dependable Machine Operator / Forklift Operator to join a growing manufacturing and distribution team. This position combines forklift operation, material handling, machine operation, and order fulfillment responsibilities. Candidates must be comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment and operating equipment safely and efficiently.
Responsibilities
- Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and hand trucks to move materials throughout the facility
- Load and unload trailers safely and efficiently
- Pick, pack, and prepare customer orders for shipment
- Operate production equipment, including:
- Circular saws for cutting wood used in packaging
- Band saws for cutting metal materials
- Use RF scanners to track and move inventory
- Measure materials and verify specifications using measuring tools
- Operate dock levelers and dock locks
- Stack and organize materials for safe transportation and storage
- Identify and report damaged or discrepant materials
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment
- Meet production and shipping schedules
Qualifications
- Previous forklift experience required
- Prior machine operation experience required
- Experience in warehouse, manufacturing, or shipping/receiving environments preferred
- Ability to read a tape measure and use measuring equipment
- Comfortable lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials throughout the shift
- Ability to work safely around machinery and moving equipment
- Strong attention to detail and attendance
Requirements
- Steel-toed boots required
- Must pass a pre-employment drug screen
- Must pass a 7-year criminal background check
- Good driving record required
- Ability to work overtime as needed
Ideal Background
- Machine Operator
- Forklift Operator
- Material Handler
- Shipping & Receiving
- Warehouse Associate
- Production Operator
- Manufacturing Associate
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
