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Material Handler Associate Jobs in West Jordan, UT

Tovala

Inventory Associate

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$21.50/hr

Food Handlers certification, or willingness to go through certification training $21.50 - $21.50 an ... materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not ...

Tovala

Inventory Associate

West Valley City, UT · On-site

$21.50/hr

Food Handlers certification, or willingness to go through certification training $21.50 - $21.50 an ... materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not ...

Imh

Child Development Teacher

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Food Handlers Permit within 60 days of hire Preferred Qualifications * Associate degree in Early ... Organizes engaging and educational activities, materials, and daily schedules that meet the ...

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How much do material handler associate jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for material handler associate in West Jordan, UT is $17.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.05 and $18.17 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a material handler associate?

Material Handler Associates are workers responsible for moving, storing, and managing materials within warehouses, factories, or distribution centers. They load and unload shipments, track inventory, and ensure goods are delivered to the correct locations. Their duties often involve operating forklifts or other machinery, following safety protocols, and maintaining records of materials handled. Material Handler Associates play a crucial role in keeping supply chains running smoothly and efficiently.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a material handler associate?

As a Material Handler Associate, your typical day involves receiving, storing, and distributing materials within a warehouse or production facility. You’ll use equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or hand trucks to move goods, verify shipment information, and maintain accurate inventory records. Collaborating closely with warehouse supervisors and other team members is essential to ensure timely delivery of materials to production lines or shipping areas. Attention to safety protocols and efficient workflow management are key aspects of the role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a material handler associate, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Material Handler Associate, you need basic math skills, physical stamina, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with warehouse management systems (WMS), forklifts, pallet jacks, and inventory tracking tools is commonly required, along with any necessary safety certifications. Strong teamwork, time management, and communication skills help individuals excel in fast-paced environments. These abilities are crucial for maintaining efficient operations, ensuring workplace safety, and minimizing errors in material handling tasks.

Is material handler associate a hard job?

A material handler associate job involves physical tasks such as lifting, moving, and organizing materials, often in a warehouse or manufacturing environment. The job can be physically demanding and may require operating equipment like forklifts, but it generally does not require advanced technical skills or formal education. Physical stamina and attention to safety are important for success in this role.

What exactly does a material handler associate do?

A material handler associate is responsible for moving, storing, and organizing materials within a warehouse or manufacturing environment. They operate equipment such as forklifts, ensure inventory accuracy, and follow safety procedures to maintain efficient operations. This role often requires physical stamina and attention to detail.
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Forklift Operator

Fempro Consumer Products ULC

Salt Lake City, UT • On-site

$16.50 - $19.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 8 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Pick, stage, and deliver raw materials, packaging, and finished products within the manufacturing facility.

  • Operate powered industrial trucks to load, unload, and transport materials and trailers.

  • Perform inventory tasks, including physical counts, staging, and placing materials in designated areas.

Job description

Job Description

Founded over 35 years ago, First Quality is a family-owned company that has grown from a small business in McElhattan, Pennsylvania into a group of companies, employing over 5,000 team members,while maintaining ourfamilyvalues and entrepreneurialspirit. With corporate offices in New York and Pennsylvania and 8 manufacturing campuses across the U.S. and Canada, the companies within the First Qualitygroup produce high-quality personal care and household products forlargeretailers and healthcareorganizations. Our personal care and household product portfolio includes baby diapers, wipes, feminine pads, paper towels, bath tissue, adult incontinence products, laundry detergents, fabric finishers, and dishwash solutions.In addition, we manufacture certain raw materials and components used in the manufacturing of these products, including flexible print and packaging solutions.

Guided by our values of humility, unity, and integrity, we leverage advanced technology and innovation to drive growth and create new opportunities. At First Quality, you'll find a collaborative environment focused on continuous learning, professional development, and our mission to Make Things Better.

We are seeking a Forklift Operator for our First Quality Home Care Products , LLC facility located in Salt Lake City, UT.

Primary responsibilities include:

  • Adheres to all Safe Work Practices (SWP) and organizational policies and procedures. Must abide by all safety requirements in an effort to attain safety goals.

  • Pick and stage raw materials for manufacturing area.

  • Pull and delivery of materials to designated areas on the manufacturing floor.

  • Delivery and removal of materials at the reclaim areas (i.e., fluff bales, etc.).

  • Pickup and delivery of packaging to manufacturing lines.

  • Participate in all physical inventories.

  • Pull and stage corrugate boxes for manufacturing.

  • Able to use the data collection system (scanners, computer, etc.).

  • Secure all trailers at the dock via procedures.

  • Load/unload trucks and trailers.

  • Take scrap and trash to dumpster or baler area, as required.

  • Performs general housekeeping tasks to keep the warehouse in "tour ready" condition. Tasks can include: sweeping, picking up debris/trash.

  • Place rejected materials and finished product in designated locations.

  • Load wooden pallets onto designated trailer, no less than 18 inches high.

  • Pick up and stage empty, wooden pallets from the manufacturing floor.

  • Assist in the warehouse operations as needed, and handle other such duties as assigned (i.e. material handler, etc.).

  • Transports return to stock (RTS) items from manufacturing to the warehouse.

  • Completes daily pre-shift inspection of powered industrial equipment to ensure proper maintenance of warehouse equipment.

  • Able to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

  • Attend and participate in all training programs, meetings, etc.

  • Perform cycle counts as needed.

  • Stage finished product for loaders, in designated locations.

  • Complete all applicable paperwork in accordance with job duties and responsibilities.

  • Unload, check and count incoming raw materials.

  • Place materials in designated areas, within warehouse.

  • Must be able to effectively communicate (orally and written) with associates and other departmental personnel.

The ideal candidate should possess the following:

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • Must have at least 1-2 years of forklift experience.

  • Organizational ability and effective communication skills required.

  • Must be able to work overtime (weekday and weekend) as required.

  • Must be able to make decisions in an independent mode.

  • Must be able to articulate and clearly convey information, directions, etc.; must have good interpersonal and leadership skills and interface with all departments;

  • Must be able to speak, read and write the English language and perform basic mathematical skills. Must be able to pass minimum required standard on all competency tests.

  • The employee will be working in a safe manner in a manufacturing plant operation at all times and wearing personal protective equipment (PPE).

  • The associate will be working in a warehouse environment.

  • Operators of powered industrial trucks shall be physically qualified, including normal mobility and manual dexterity; normal visual capabilities, including depth perception and field of vision; and normal hearing ability.

  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and be able to push/pull up to 100 lbs. of initial force and 60 lbs. of sustained force.

  • Must be able to work in indoor/outdoor environment.

  • Must be able to stand and/or sit for prolonged periods of time.

  • Must be able to repetitively ascend and descend from powered industrial equipment (tugger, forklift, etc.) up to 225 times.

  • Must be able to bend, kneel, crouch and reach.

What We Offer You

We believe that by continuously improving the quality of our benefits, we can help to raise the quality of life for our team members and their families. At First Quality you will receive:

  • Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities

  • Paid time off (three-week minimum)

  • Medical, dental and vision starting day one

  • 401(k) with employer match

  • Paid parental leave

  • Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)

  • Bundle of joy benefit (year's worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)

  • Tuition assistance

  • Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums

  • ...and more!

First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.

First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.

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