Forklift Operator Jobs in Manchester, 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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Warehouse Associate

  • Southington, CT (21 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Southington, CT (21 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 9 hours ago

Find a Job That Works for You with ICU Medical! At ICU Medical, we're committed to offering flexible opportunities that suit your lifestyle. We're on the lookout for a Warehouse Associate in...

Warehouse Associate-1

  • Enfield, CT (15 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Enfield, CT (15 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 10 hours ago

Operates lift trucks, pallet jacks, or uses hand truck to load / unload trucks and move, convey, or hoist products, parts or shipments from warehouse, shipping and receiving areas to storage or work...

Warehouse Worker

  • Southington, CT (21 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Southington, CT (21 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 11 hours ago

**Essential Skills** + Experience in warehouse, material handling, and forklift operation. + Previous machining experience or experience directly related to the duties of the position strongly preferred...

Material Handler 2

  • East Windsor, CT (10 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 11 hours ago
  • East Windsor, CT (10 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 11 hours ago

We are seeking great talent to help us build The DNA of tech. Vishay manufactures one of the world's largest portfolios of discrete semiconductors and passive electronic components that are...

Warehouse Associate

  • Southington, CT (21 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Southington, CT (21 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Find a Job That Works for You with ICU Medical! At ICU Medical, were committed to offering flexible opportunities that suit your lifestyle. Were on the lookout for a Warehouse Associate in...

Warehouse Associate/Backup driver

  • Manchester, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 1 day ago

We’re looking for a dependable Warehouse Associate / Backup Driver to join our team in a permanent, full-time role! This hybrid position involves handling daily warehouse tasks, operating a...

Shipping and Receiving Clerk - Now Hiring

  • Manchester, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 1 day ago

Ready to take on more meaningful work? You'll get it in the skilled shipping and receiving roles we're hiring for today. Working in safety- and team-oriented warehouse environments, you'll not...

Stock Associate

  • West Hartford, CT (12 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Hartford, CT (12 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are For over 60 years, we have curated a unique marketplace filled with inspiring finds for the home decorator, entertainer, and gifter. From international foods and hand-picked wine and...

Outlet Warehouse Associate - Product Support

  • Manchester, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Manchester, CT
  • 1 day ago

Product Support Associates Full Time and Part Time Career Opportunities Product Support Associates are TEAM members within the Bob's Discount Furniture organization and play a vital role by...

Warehouse Associate II

  • Windsor, CT (8 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Windsor, CT (8 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 1 day ago

What Youll Do Operate at least one piece of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) such as a forklift, reach truck, or order picker raised to heights of up to 40 feet....

Forklift Operator FT, Loader IV

  • South Windsor, CT (5 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • South Windsor, CT (5 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 2 days ago

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

Warehouse Order Puller - Now Hiring

  • Windsor, CT (8 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Windsor, CT (8 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Are you ready for a job that keeps you moving? As an order puller, you'll pull and label orders and organize them into crates. This role requires staying on your feet for long hours working in a...

Warehouse Picker Packer - Now Hiring

  • Berlin, CT (17 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Berlin, CT (17 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 2 days ago

Requires bending, lifting, standing, and walking. location: Berlin, CT salary: $16/hr work hours: 08:00 AM - 04:30 PM skills: Build, wrap, sort pallets Bilingual (English & Spanish) Packing & Labeling...

Warehouse Clerk

  • Meriden, CT (20 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Meriden, CT (20 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Packages pallets of parts for outgoing shipments. Pulls, packs, and ships. Receives, quality controls, and warehouses incoming parts. Loads and unloads delivery trucks....

Inventory/Material Handler

  • South Windsor, CT (5 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • South Windsor, CT (5 miles from Manchester, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Inventory/Material Handler South Windsor, CT Apr 25, 2025 Inventory/Material Handler South Windsor, CT Are you ready to join a dynamic team where your skills in inventory management and material handling...

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Forklift Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Forklift Operator Training
Forklifts are extensively used in warehouses, construction sites and distribution centres for lifting and moving heavy objects. This course will introduce you to forklift operation. Youll learn...
Forklift Operator Safety: Forklift Maintenance (Course)
This course covers the essential practices and procedures for maintaining forklifts, emphasizing the importance of regular inspections, repairs, and adherence to safety protocols. Participants...
Forklift Operator Safety: Forklift Inspection (Course)
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the importance of forklift inspections and the correct procedures for conducting them before each use. Participants will learn how to identify...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Manchester, CT

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Manchester, CT offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.7%
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 Manchester, CT
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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