Forklift Operator Jobs in Delaware

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
  • 4 days ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 4 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....

Inventory Clerk

  • Hockessin, DE
  • 2 hours ago
  • Hockessin, DE
  • 2 hours ago

6001 - Newark - 2070 Stafford Way, Newark, Delaware, 19711 CarMax, the way your career should be! General Summary: Under general supervision, responsible for zone maintenance, vehicle receiving &...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up To $18.50

  • Seaford, DE
  • 3 hours ago
  • Seaford, DE
  • 3 hours ago

Responsibilities Some of your duties may include Receive and prepare inventory for delivery Use technology like smartphones and handheld devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets...

Warehouse Forklift Operator

  • Dover, DE
  • 13 hours ago
  • Dover, DE
  • 13 hours ago

Position Summary: The primary function of the Warehouse Worker is to be responsible for areas of warehouse maintenance, shipping/receiving, product storage, and delivery setup. Duties &...

Warehouse Worker (1st Shift)

  • Newark, DE
  • 18 hours ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 18 hours ago

1st Shift Schedule Responsibilities : Maneuver safely and organize pallets of full goods in the warehouse Load pallets onto third-party trailers with precision and care Receive incoming orders from...

Full-Time Lumberyard Forklift Operator

  • Clarksville, DE
  • 1 day ago
  • Clarksville, DE
  • 1 day ago

The full-time Yard Associate will act as a material handler and forklift operator to build loads for deliveries while maintaining a safe, clean and well-organized lumber yard and warehouse....

Forklift Driver Overnight Full Time

  • Newark, DE
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 1 day ago

Utilizes a pallet jack as needed. Stocks, rotates, and stores general merchandise and food merchandise. Ensures that merchandise is fully stocked....

Amazon Picker Packer - Immediate Hire

  • New Castle, DE
  • 1 day ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 1 day 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...

Stock Clerk Overnight Part Time

  • Millsboro, DE
  • 2 days ago
  • Millsboro, DE
  • 2 days 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...

Forklift Driver - Weekly Pay

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 2 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 2 days ago

Show more Last updated: 5 days ago Promoted Forklift Operator Amazon Leland, NC, United States Full-time Job Title : Forklift Operator Employer : Amazon.As a Forklift Operator at Amazon, you will be...

Warehouse Worker

  • Bear, DE
  • 3 days ago
  • Bear, DE
  • 3 days ago

Warehouse Worker at Dot Foods, Inc. in Bear, Delaware, United States Job Description If you're up for a new challenge in an exciting environment unlike any other, you may be ready to step into the...

eCom Seasonal Warehouse Worker Equip Op

  • Greenville, DE
  • 4 days ago
  • Greenville, DE
  • 4 days ago

Jack, Stock Picker, Clamp Lift and On Property Yard Driver....

Warehouse Worker / Forklift

  • Newark, DE
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, DE
  • 5 days ago

Pay Rate: $ 20.00/HR Shift: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Job Description: Safely maneuver pallets of full goods in the warehouse Load pallets of full goods onto third-party carrier trailers Receive Domestic...

Material Handler

  • New Castle, DE
  • 5 days ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 5 days ago

Material Handler at TA Instruments in New Castle, Delaware, United States Job Description Material Handler Req. # 11923 Company Name TA Category Production and Manufacturing Location US-DE-New...

Material Handler/Operator II

  • New Castle, DE
  • 5 days ago
  • New Castle, DE
  • 5 days ago

Receives, identifies, stores, picks and moves goods and material and operates hand trucks, pallet jacks, forklifts, palletizers and other equipment as required....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Delaware

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Delaware 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 Delaware
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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