Utah warehouse worker employment contract template

Utah Warehouse Worker Employment Contract

This Utah Warehouse Worker Employment Contract ("Agreement") is made and entered into as of this [Date] day of [Month], [Year], by and between:

• [Employer Name], a [State of Incorporation] corporation with its principal place of business at [Employer Address] ("Employer"), and
• [Employee Name], residing at [Employee Address] ("Employee").

1. Employment

• Option A: Employer hires Employee as a full-time Warehouse Worker.
• Option B: Employer hires Employee as a part-time Warehouse Worker.

2. Job Title and Duties

The Employee's job title is Warehouse Worker. The Employee will perform the following duties:

• Loading and unloading goods.
• Inventory control.
• Order picking and packing.
• Forklift and/or pallet jack operation (certification required if operating machinery). [Specify Certification Requirements]
• Shipping and receiving.
• Use of warehouse management systems (WMS).
• Regular facility cleaning and maintenance.
• Adherence to safety protocols.
• Accurate recordkeeping.
• Possible physical requirements: ability to lift up to [Weight in Pounds] pounds.
• Other duties as assigned by Employer.

3. Work Location

• Option A: The Employee's primary work location will be at the Employer's warehouse facility located at [Warehouse Address] in Utah.
• Option B: The Employee may be required to travel between multiple warehouse locations as directed by Employer.

4. Employment Relationship and Work Schedule

• The employment relationship is full-time.
• The Employee's regular working hours will be [Number] hours per week, according to the following schedule: [Work Schedule].
• Option A: Employee will be assigned to [Shift] shift.
• Option B: Employee may be required to work weekend and/or holiday rotations.
• Overtime: Employee is eligible for overtime pay at a rate of one and one-half (1.5) times their regular hourly rate for all hours worked over forty (40) in a workweek, as required by the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and Utah law.
• Option A: Meal Periods: The Employee will be provided with a [Length of Time] minute meal period [Specify When].
• Option B: Rest Breaks: Rest breaks are provided at the discretion of the employer.

5. Compensation

• The Employee will be compensated at an hourly rate of [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• The overtime rate will be [Dollar Amount] per hour.
• Option A: Payroll Schedule: The Employee will be paid biweekly.
• Option B: Payroll Schedule: The Employee will be paid semi-monthly.
• The Employee will be paid via [Direct Deposit/Paycheck].
• The Employee will receive pay stubs as required by Utah law, detailing gross pay, deductions, and net pay.
• Option A: Performance-Based Incentives: The Employee may be eligible for performance-based incentives as determined by Employer. [Specify Criteria]
• Option B: Bonuses: The Employee may be eligible for bonuses as determined by Employer.

6. Compliance with Wage Laws and Deductions

• The Employer will comply with all Utah and federal minimum wage statutes.
• All payroll deductions, including voluntary (benefits) and involuntary (taxes, garnishments), will be made in accordance with Utah law.

7. Employee Benefits

The Employee is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k) or comparable retirement plan [Specify Details]
• Paid Time Off (PTO) [Specify Accrual Rate and Usage Policy]
• Sick Leave [Specify Accrual Rate and Usage Policy]
• Workers' Compensation Coverage (as required by Utah law)

8. Paid Holidays

• The Employee will be entitled to the following paid holidays: [List of Holidays].

9. Mandatory Unpaid Leave

• The Employee is entitled to unpaid leave as required by Utah law, including Jury Duty Leave, Voting Leave, and National Guard/Military Reserve Leave.

10. Occupational Health and Safety

• The Employer will comply with the occupational health and safety requirements of OSHA and the Utah Occupational Safety and Health Act (UOSHA).
• The Employer will provide and require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). [Specify PPE]
• The Employer will provide safety training programs. [Specify Training Programs, e.g., Hazardous Materials, Forklift Operations]
• The Employee must report workplace injuries or unsafe conditions to [Supervisor/Shift Lead/Manager Name].

11. Reporting and Communication

• The Employee will report to [Supervisor/Shift Lead/Manager Name].
• The Employee is expected to maintain regular attendance and be punctual.
• The Employee must notify [Supervisor/Shift Lead/Manager Name] in advance of any absence or tardiness, following the call-out procedure outlined in the employee handbook.

12. Use of Employer Equipment

• The Employee is authorized to use the following Employer equipment: [List Equipment, e.g., Forklifts, Computers, Scanners, PPE].
• The Employee must handle all equipment safely and report any malfunctions or damages to [Supervisor/Shift Lead/Manager Name].

13. Security Policies

• The Employee must comply with all Employer security policies regarding facility access, badge/key use, visitor/vendor entry, and property loss prevention.
• The Employee must adhere to rules on bringing personal items into work areas.

14. Anti-Harassment and Anti-Discrimination

• The Employer maintains a strict anti-harassment, anti-discrimination, and equal employment opportunity policy.
• The Employer prohibits discrimination based on race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other category protected under Utah and federal law.

15. Drug- and Alcohol-Free Workplace

• The Employer maintains a drug- and alcohol-free workplace policy.
• Option A: The Employer may conduct pre-employment and random drug testing.
• Option B: The Employer does not conduct pre-employment or random drug testing.

16. Background Check and Eligibility to Work

• Option A: The Employee's employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
• The Employee must provide documentation establishing their eligibility to work in the United States (I-9 process).

17. Surveillance

• Option A: The Employer utilizes surveillance cameras, keycard systems, and/or location tracking for workplace security.
• Option B: The Employer does not utilize surveillance cameras, keycard systems, and/or location tracking for workplace security.

18. Confidentiality

• The Employee must maintain the confidentiality of Employer's business operations, client data, and internal procedures.
• The Employee must not disclose proprietary information related to logistics, inventory, pricing, or company processes to outside parties, except as required by law.

19. Non-Disclosure and Non-Solicitation

• Option A: Non-Competition. The Employee agrees to abide by a non-compete agreement [Included/Not Included] as a separate addendum to this employment contract. This clause shall be limited to one year from termination and reasonable in geographic scope and duties, consistent with the Utah Post-Employment Restrictions Act.
• Option B: The Employee will not solicit Employer’s clients or employees for [Number] year(s) following termination of employment.

20. Disciplinary Procedures and Termination

• The Employee may be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination, for performance issues, violation of company policy, or misconduct.
• Grounds for termination include, but are not limited to, voluntary resignation, involuntary discharge (performance, violation of policy, misconduct), and position elimination.
• In the event of involuntary discharge, the Employer will pay all wages due to the Employee within 24 hours, as required by Utah law.
• Upon termination, the Employee must return all company property and uniforms.

21. At-Will Employment

• The Employee's employment is at-will. Either party may terminate the employment relationship at any time, for any reason not prohibited by law.

22. Dispute Resolution

• Option A: Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through mediation in Utah.
• Option B: Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through binding arbitration in Utah.
• Option C: Any disputes arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved through litigation in Utah.

23. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

• This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Utah. The courts of Utah shall have jurisdiction over any disputes arising under this Agreement.

24. Compliance with Workplace Postings and Employee Handbook

• The Employee acknowledges receipt of all mandatory federal and Utah workplace postings/notices.
• The Employee acknowledges receipt and understanding of the employee handbook, which may be updated from time to time, and agrees to be bound by its terms.

25. Recordkeeping and Training

• The Employee is responsible for accurate timekeeping, attendance, and incident reporting.
• The Employee confirms review and receipt of all relevant policies and safety training.

26. Optional Clauses

• Employee Suggestion Program: [Include/Exclude]
• Training and Advancement Opportunities: [Include/Exclude. Specify Opportunities.]
• Incentive Programs: [Include/Exclude. Specify Program Details.]

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement as of the date first written above.

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[Employer Name]

By: [Employer Representative Name]

Title: [Employer Representative Title]

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[Employee Name]