Forklift Operator Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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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Wharehouse Associate

  • New Castle, DE (6 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 9 days ago
  • New Castle, DE (6 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 9 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Picking & Packing orders accurately and efficiently. Unloading of trucks. Scanning in receipts of inbound freight. Operating Pallet Jack to move inventory....

Warehouse Associate I

  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (23 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 hour ago

A position at White Cap isnt your ordinary job. Youll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

Warehouse Driver Associate

  • Elkton, MD (19 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Elkton, MD (19 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 hours ago

Complete forklift operator training annually, provided by The Company. Check all loadrelated documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate....

Warehouse Associate- PDC

  • Swedesboro, NJ (9 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (9 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 15 hours ago

Inside the Role Innovative products begin with talented, highly motivated individuals. Daimler Truck North America (DTNA), the largest and most diverse company in the North American commercial...

Warehouse Associate, Outbound

  • Swedesboro, NJ (9 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (9 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 15 hours ago

Example equipment in the facility includes order picker (cherry picker), pacer/ counterbalance, reach truck, pallet jack, and walkie rider....

Warehouse Person (Loader) - Rotating Shifts

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 15 hours ago

Works from Electronic order system or order sheets to build loads using a forklift and/or electronic pallet jack....

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

  • Elkton, MD (19 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Elkton, MD (19 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 15 hours ago

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

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate

  • Chesapeake City, MD (23 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Chesapeake City, MD (23 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 15 hours ago

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

Amazon Package Sorter (Middletown)

  • Middletown, DE (18 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Middletown, DE (18 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 15 hours ago

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

Warehouse Associate - 9pm-5:30AM

  • Gloucester City, NJ (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Gloucester City, NJ (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 17 hours ago

As a Warehouse Associate, you'll play a key role in our Logistics Center in a variety of ways, helping us to assure that our customers are getting their product in a timely, efficient manner. In...

Warehouse Order Puller - Now Hiring

  • Swedesboro, NJ (9 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (9 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 19 hours ago

job summary: As an order puller, you will be responsible for pulling orders, labelling them and placing them in crates....

Warehouse Associate

  • Eddystone, PA (11 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Eddystone, PA (11 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Your responsibilities will include checking labels and codes, counting, applying stickers, loading pallets correctly, and maintaining cleanliness....

Stock Clerk Overnight Part Time

  • New Castle, DE (6 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Castle, DE (6 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day 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...

Dockworker Part-Time No CDL - TForce Freight

  • Elkton, MD (19 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elkton, MD (19 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 1 day ago

Strong organizational and time managements skills Forklift operator certification Customer focused & team oriented work ethic Safety focused 18 years of age...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington, DE
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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