Forklift Operator Jobs in Essex, CT

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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Picker 2ND Shift

  • Middletown, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Safely transport items using carts, pallet jacks, or other material-handling equipment. Maintain cleanliness andanization in picking and production areas....

Kellogg Marine - Warehouse Clerk 3rd Shift

  • Old Lyme, CT (3 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Old Lyme, CT (3 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 1 day ago

, packing and shipment of various sized parts to support quick turnaround of parts ordered Fill orders by removing the correct parts from the shelf, identifying part numbers and proper quantity....

Forklift Operator PT

  • Meriden, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Meriden, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $24.20 hr Part-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment Come and experience the difference with R+L Carriers...

Shipping and Receiving Clerk - Now Hiring

  • North Haven, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Haven, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 3 days ago

(medium lifting) skills: Build, wrap, sort pallets Electric Pallet Jack Inspect material supplies and inventory dress code: Shirts or t-shirts must have sleeves and be without any holes or rips....

Warehouse Worker

  • Norwich, CT (21 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Norwich, CT (21 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 3 days ago

up to clear aisles of debris, stacks empty pallets from slots in aisle and return pallet jacks to charging area Physical Requirements Comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging...

Warehouse Associate, IW

  • North Haven, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Haven, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Ready to grow your career? Empire Today is seeking a Warehouse Associate to join our hardworking, Installation Warehouse (IW). The Warehouse Associate is responsible for safely and efficiently...

Warehouse Associate

  • Branford, CT (20 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Branford, CT (20 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 4 days ago

We are looking for an energetic and highly-motivated Operations Associate who is interested in working in a dynamic, fast paced warehouse environment. We offer plenty of room for professional...

Lead, Warehouse Associate

  • North Haven, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Haven, CT (23 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Accelerate your career at RXO. RXO is a leading provider of transportation solutions. With cutting-edge technology at the center, we're revolutionizing the industry with our massive network and...

Night CDL A Yard Truck Jockey

  • Norwich, CT (21 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norwich, CT (21 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 4 days ago

directed by Router or Warehouse Supervisor Load, unload, or merge loads between environments Stage shuttle trailers nightly for shuttle drivers Set up trailers for backhaul with tractor and empty pallets...

Night Forklift Operator

  • Norwich, CT (21 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Norwich, CT (21 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 4 days ago

CERTIFICATIONS/TRAINING OSHA compliant Forklift Certification required PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS High School diploma or equivalent preferred Prior Selector experience preferred Prior Forklift Operator...

Warehouse Picker Packer - Now Hiring

  • Guilford, CT (14 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Guilford, CT (14 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Ready to excel and expand your skill set? If you're a self-starter who works best in team settings and pays close attention to detail, then we have the perfect career opportunity for you: We're...

Warehouse Selector

  • Higganum, CT (12 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Higganum, CT (12 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 6 days ago

and consistent attendance Other duties as assigned Qualifications: Experience : Preferred experience in a warehouse setting and operating Material Handling Equipment....

Warehouse Associate Team Leader , Food Plant

  • Wallingford, CT (22 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (22 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 6 days ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

Warehouse Worker

  • Old Lyme, CT (3 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Old Lyme, CT (3 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Warehouse Worker Job Description The primary role of a Warehouse Worker is to efficiently receive, store, and distribute materials, equipment, and various items from stockrooms, warehouses, or...

Material Handler Forklift

  • Middletown, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Middletown, CT (18 miles from Essex, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Material Handler Forklift Operator Job Description We are seeking a skilled Material Handler Forklift Operator to join our team....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Essex, CT

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Essex, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.5%
Master's Degree
3.9%
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 Essex, CT
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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