Forklift Operator Jobs
A Forklift Operator plays a crucial role in the logistics industry, ensuring the efficient management of goods in warehouses and distribution centers. Their primary responsibilities include loading and unloading cargo, moving goods stored on pallets or in crates around the storage facility, stacking goods in the correct storage bays, and following inventory control instructions. They also check loads for accuracy and damages, ensuring that the correct products are delivered to the right location. To ensure safety, forklift operators are required to perform regular machine checks and adhere to safety regulations.
Important skills for a Forklift Operator include good hand-eye coordination, physical fitness, attention to detail, and the ability to adhere to safety guidelines. As the work involves lifting heavy goods and operating machinery, forklift operators must be comfortable with physical work and have a high level of mechanical aptitude. They should also have a good understanding of warehouse processes and inventory control. Certifications in forklift operation are critical, with OSHA (Occupational Safety & Health Administration) forklift certification being a common requirement. Prior to becoming a Forklift Operator, a person may have roles such as a Warehouse Associate, Delivery Driver, or Material Handler.

2nd Shift / Stand-Up Hilo Driver (Material Handler) - Zeeland Mainsite
- MillerKnoll
- Zeeland, MI
- moments ago
- MillerKnoll
- Zeeland, MI
- moments ago
Skill blocks may include skills in Assembly, Machine Operation or Material Handling....

Material Handler - Fork Lift Driver
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Neenah, WI
- 7 hours ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Neenah, WI
- 7 hours ago
Ability to operate material handling equipment. Forklift experience, required. Basic math and reading skills. Computer literacy. Good interpersonal and communication skills....

- Multi-Color Corporation
- York, PA
- 11 hours ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- York, PA
- 11 hours ago
Stacks boxes on pallet for shipment. Completes required documentation in an accurate and prompt manner. Operates a pallet jack....

- DESIGN WITHIN REACH
- Batavia, OH
- 1 day ago
- DESIGN WITHIN REACH
- Batavia, OH
- 1 day ago
Stack and palletize product to utilize storage. Label each carton with bar code labels in a uniform manner. Count and verify quantities to a Packing list....

- Haulistic (Global Logistics)
- Denver, CO
- 2 days ago
- Haulistic (Global Logistics)
- Denver, CO
- 2 days ago
***Position requires the ability to lift up to 60lbs*** Full time position Mon-Fri. Data entry Load and unload trucks and ocean containers Operate propane and electric sit down forklifts. Pick and...

Forklift and Distribution Center Associate (San Antonio, Texas)
- Weyerhaeuser
- San Antonio, TX
- 3 days ago
- Weyerhaeuser
- San Antonio, TX
- 3 days ago
Weyerhaeuser Distribution is a leader in distributing building products for residential, light commercial and home improvement applications worldwide. We have an immediate opening for a Forklift...

Stacks boxes on pallet for shipment. Completes required documentation in an accurate and prompt manner. Operates a pallet jack....

- Multi-Color Corporation
- Lachine, QC
- 5 days ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Lachine, QC
- 5 days ago
Stacks boxes on pallet for shipment. Completes required documentation in an accurate and prompt manner. Operates a pallet jack....

Forklift Operator HIRING IMMEDIATELY!
- VALLEY INTN'L COLD STG
- Harlingen, TX
- 5 days ago
- VALLEY INTN'L COLD STG
- Harlingen, TX
- 5 days ago
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED TO OPERATE FOR THE POSITION: Forklift: Stand-up forklift Pallet jacks: Riding type. Stretch-wrap machine, slip sheet attachment....

- Associated Equipment Company
- Tullahoma, TN
- 5 days ago
- Associated Equipment Company
- Tullahoma, TN
- 5 days ago
Tullahoma, TN – Driver/ Warehouse Associated Equipment Company is looking for a Driver / Warehouse Associate to be a part of our team in Tullahoma, TN Branch. We are a Family owned Heating & Air...

Hilo Driver / Material Handler / Holland (Midwest)
- MillerKnoll
- Holland, MI
- 5 days ago
- MillerKnoll
- Holland, MI
- 5 days ago
Skill blocks may include skills in Assembly, Machine Operation or Material Handling....
Warehouse Inventory / Operations Clerk
- Cyber Power Systems USA, INC.
- Kent, WA
- 5 days ago
- Cyber Power Systems USA, INC.
- Kent, WA
- 5 days ago
The Warehouse Operations Clerk supports day-to-day operations, communicates company goals, and maintains confidentiality. Reports to Assistant Warehouse Manager and interacts with various teams...

1st Shift Warehouse Reach Truck Operators
- WAI Global
- Southaven, MS
- 6 days ago
- WAI Global
- Southaven, MS
- 6 days ago
Experience operating Material Handling Equipment - Forklift, Handtruck, Pallet Jack, Reach Truck. Demonstrates strong problem-solving abilities....

- Multi-Color Corporation
- Saint Louis, MO
- 6 days ago
- Multi-Color Corporation
- Saint Louis, MO
- 6 days ago
Ability to operate material handling equipment. Forklift experience, required. Basic math and reading skills. Computer literacy. Good interpersonal and communication skills....

- Superior Staffing, Inc
- Oklahoma City, OK
- 7 days ago
- Superior Staffing, Inc
- Oklahoma City, OK
- 7 days ago
Food Production company seeking Cook Operators. Will be responsible for measuring ingredients (cooks) and running the machines that work the lines (operators). Must be able read and write English,...
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The following top skills are often required or desired to land a Forklift Operator position
- Picking & Packing
- Pallet Jack
- Palletizing
- LTL
- Stacking
- Material Handling
- Pulling Orders
- Staging
- Warehouse Management
- Bill of Lading
- Warehouse Inventory
- Shrink Wrapping
- Warehousing
- Shipping
- Order Fulfillment
- Cycle Counting
- RF Scanner
- Warehouse Management System
- Raw Materials
- Packing
- Inbound
- Labeling
- Pulling
- Sorting
- Loading & Unloading
- Supply Chain
- Forklift Operator
- Forklift
- Shipping and Receiving
- Merchandising
- Inventory Control
- Housekeeping
- Reimbursement
- Stand Up Reach Forklift
- Scanning
- Distribution
- Packaging
- Logistics
- Military Background
- High School Diploma
- Driving
- Flexibility
- Filing
- Inventory Management
- English
- Regulations
- Sales
- Policy Development
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Computer Skills
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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