Forklift Operator Jobs in South Willington, 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 Material Handler 2nd Shift

Plainfield, CT (23 miles from South Willington, CT)
4 hours ago

Plainfield, CT (23 miles from South Willington, CT)
4 hours ago

You will be operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, turrets, or electric pallet jacks to move product within the warehouse while adhering to safety procedures....

Warehouse Order Selector

Rocky Hill, CT (23 miles from South Willington, CT)
18 hours ago

Rocky Hill, CT (23 miles from South Willington, CT)
18 hours ago

Active, physical role that includes operating an electric pallet jack, and/or forklift Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders Other duties as assigned....

Night Warehouse Selector

Colchester, CT (21 miles from South Willington, CT)
18 hours ago

Colchester, CT (21 miles from South Willington, CT)
18 hours 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...

Amazon Picker Packer - Earn Up to $20/hour - Evening Shifts

Danielson, CT (23 miles from South Willington, CT)
21 hours ago

Danielson, CT (23 miles from South Willington, CT)
21 hours ago

on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

Amazon Picker Packer - Earn Up to $21/hour - Evening Shifts

Rogers, CT (20 miles from South Willington, CT)
21 hours ago

Rogers, CT (20 miles from South Willington, CT)
21 hours ago

Amazon Package Sorter - Earn Up to $20/hour - Evening Shifts

Dayville, CT (22 miles from South Willington, CT)
21 hours ago

Dayville, CT (22 miles from South Willington, CT)
21 hours ago

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up to $21/hour - Evening Shifts

Ballouville, CT (22 miles from South Willington, CT)
21 hours ago

Ballouville, CT (22 miles from South Willington, CT)
21 hours ago

Full Time Warehouse Worker

Plainfield, CT (23 miles from South Willington, CT)
1 day ago

Plainfield, CT (23 miles from South Willington, CT)
1 day ago

Warehouse Worker II

Agawam, MA (21 miles from South Willington, CT)
1 day ago

Agawam, MA (21 miles from South Willington, CT)
1 day ago

Process customer orders daily to meet their expectations Work in one or more process paths; receiving, picking, packing, or shipping....

Warehouse Associate, Backstage/South Windsor - Part Time

South Windsor, CT (14 miles from South Willington, CT)
1 day ago

South Windsor, CT (14 miles from South Willington, CT)
1 day ago

Whether you're receiving, storing, picking, packing, sorting, or shipping, your attention to detail and commitment to safety will ensure every item is handled with care and purpose....

GES Picker/Loader - Warehouse Material Handler - Part-Time - Schedule B

Dayville, CT (22 miles from South Willington, CT)
1 day ago

Dayville, CT (22 miles from South Willington, CT)
1 day ago

Our Geographic Enterprise Solutions (GES) Picker/Loaders are critical to our success at FritoLay! GES Picker/Loaders are responsible for a variety of warehouse duties in our state-of-the-art...

Cold Warehouse Worker

East Granby, CT (23 miles from South Willington, CT)
1 day ago

East Granby, CT (23 miles from South Willington, CT)
1 day ago

jack Ability to work with yeast and flour products Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to stand and/or walk for long periods of time, climb stairs...

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

Windsor Locks, CT (18 miles from South Willington, CT)
2 days ago

Windsor Locks, CT (18 miles from South Willington, CT)
2 days ago

Warehouse Worker **UPS Quick Apply** Applying for this role online is quick and easy you could even get a job offer in 10 minutes! The steps are simple: 1) Provide some basic information to start...

Warehouse Worker 2

Agawam, MA (21 miles from South Willington, CT)
2 days ago

Agawam, MA (21 miles from South Willington, CT)
2 days ago

Warehouse Worker 2#25-63274 Agawam, MA All On-site Job Description This isn't your ordinary warehouse job nor ordinary company. As a warehouse colleague, you will be helping deliver various types...

2nd Shift Full-Time Warehouse Associate

South Windsor, CT (14 miles from South Willington, CT)
2 days ago

South Windsor, CT (14 miles from South Willington, CT)
2 days ago

Physical Requirements: Frequently required to lift and place product weighing up to 45 pounds on pallets at various heights....

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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...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in South Willington, CT

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Forklift Operator positions.

Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in South Willington, CT offer the following education background

High School or GED

48.6%

Bachelor's Degree

17.0%

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 South Willington, CT

2-4 years

44.1%

Less than 1 year

28.0%

None

23.7%

1-2 years

4.3%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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