Forklift Operator Jobs in Irvine, CA

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.

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Warehouse Associate

  • Forward Air
  • Irvine, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 45+ days ago

handling equipment (MHE) such as pallet jacks, carts, and dollies....

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Yard Hostler - 2nd shift

  • Performance Food Group
  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

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Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • FedEx
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Come for a job and stay for a career! Federal Express Corporation (FEC) is part of the rapidly growing warehouse and transportation sector that helps keep America, and our...

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Sales Warehouser - Part-Time

  • Frito Lay
  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • City of Industry, CA (23 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

Here is a list of some of the more frequent tasks you could expect to perform during the workday: Load and unload pallets and individual cases to and from trailers Pick appropriate cases according to...

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Warehouse Associate

  • Daikin Industries
  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Corona, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

The Warehouse Associate is responsible for off-loading, put-away, picking and staging of equipment and parts while providing professional quality customer service to all internal and external...

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Warehouse Operations Associate

  • Restaurant Technologies
  • Cerritos, CA (20 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Cerritos, CA (20 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

Willing to obtain forklift operator certification (training provided)....

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Forklift Operators

  • Kelly Services
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

GET JOB ALERTS Share this job Copied url Link Copied Similar Jobs To save a job sign in or get started Forklift Operators -Wanted in Chino, CA!...

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Material Handler

  • Kelly Services
  • Chino, CA (15 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chino, CA (15 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 7 hours ago

All positions require RF Scanner experience. Hiring process is quick and easy....

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Dockworker (Hostler) - Afternoon Shift

  • XPO Inc.
  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Orange, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

jack and forklift Efficiently load freight a minimum of 1 day per week Operate a hostler in all types of weather; safely walk and stand for extended periods Safely operate heavy equipment, including...

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Forklift Driver

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (14 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Hand-stacks product from partial pallets onto full pallets of product. For additional information about pay ranges, click here....

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Warehouse Clerk I (Irvine)

  • Applied Medical Distribution Corporation
  • Irvine, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 11 hours ago

Basic understanding of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook Ability to operate industrial equipment such as forklifts, reach trucks and pallet jacks Attention to detail Ability to work in a team environment...

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2nd Shift Forklift Operator

  • Ventura Foods LLC
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 11 hours ago

Use RF scanner to ensure accurate transactions of product movement....

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Forklift Operator

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

Position Summary: Operates seated forklift, loading pallets from floor to trailer. Prepares slip sheets and shrink-wraps unstable loads. Picks up large debris and sweeps 53 ft x 8 ft area....

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PT Dockworker-Santa Ana

  • DHL (Deutsche Post)
  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Santa Ana, CA (6 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 12 hours ago

Starting Pay-$19.45/hr Key Responsibilities: Under tight deadlines, performs duties such as sorting, packing, loading, unloading containers Palletizing and separation of freight/documents Ensures all...

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Packer @ Dist.Center 2nd PT

  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Apply Now Payres & Weekend Differentials ($1.00 differential S & Sun): 1st Shift Monday-Friday: $16.90 S & Sun: $17.90 2nd Shift Mon-Fri: $16.90 S &Sun: $17.90 3rd Shift Mon-Fri: $17.00 S & Sun:...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Irvine, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Irvine, CA offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
Some College
2.3%
Some High School
1.5%
Doctorate Degree
0.3%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Forklift Operators in Irvine, CA
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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