Forklift Operator Jobs in Merritt Island, FL

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.

1-15 of 29 Jobs

Material Handler

  • Melbourne, FL (13 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Melbourne, FL (13 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 5 hours ago

instructions to ascertain material items to be moved Load, unload, and move materials within or near warehouse, stockroom, storage facility, or manufacturing floor Load and unload materials onto or from pallets...

Inventory Clerk

  • Melbourne, FL (13 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Melbourne, FL (13 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 5 hours ago

handling aids (e.g., pallet jacks, height adjustable carts, etc.), use rolling ladder going up to 12 feet, and reach for items on shelves, and may operate a forklift upon receipt of internal certification...

Lead Logistics Operator - 1st shift

  • Melbourne, FL (13 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Melbourne, FL (13 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 1 day ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Logistics Lead will oversee multiple areas receiving, receiving inspection, stock rooms, kitting, expediting and all Kanban. In addition will perform a combination of...

Driver / Warehouse

  • Palm Bay, FL (16 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Palm Bay, FL (16 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 2 days ago

handling preferred + 3 to 4 years of customer service experience preferred + 2+ years experience in Electrical supply industry preferred Working Conditions: This position operates in a warehouse setting...

Handler Warehouse - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Melbourne, FL (13 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (13 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 5 days ago

Job Duties Provides movement of packages, documents, dangerous goods and/or supply support in a timely, safe and efficient manner through effective scan/load methods. This is a non-driving...

Optics Inventory Clerk

  • Titusville, FL (22 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Titusville, FL (22 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 8 days ago

JOB POSTING JOB TITLE: Optics Inventory Clerk DEPARTMENT: Knight Vision - Inventory Control REPORTS TO: Optics Supervisor PURPOSE OF POSITION: The purpose of this position is to support the...

Material Handler

  • Rockledge, FL (6 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Rockledge, FL (6 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Previous material handling experience is preferred. Math Ability: Level 1: Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's....

Overnight Stock Clerk Full Time

  • Melbourne, FL (13 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (13 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 8 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...

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

  • Titusville, FL (22 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Titusville, FL (22 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Delivers or routes materials to departments, using a hand truck, pallet jack or forklift. Requisitions and stores shipping materials and supplies to maintain inventory....

Freight Handler

  • Cocoa, FL (8 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 14 days ago
  • Cocoa, FL (8 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 14 days ago

Freight Handling Handles and processes freight in a safe and correct manner through the facility to the Stores. Loads, unloads, orderfills, packs, and/or processes freight in an accurate and...

Forklift Operator/Warehouse Worker 1

  • Titusville, FL (22 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Titusville, FL (22 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 15 days ago

Apply now Job Title: Forklift Operator/Warehouse Worker 1 Posting Start Date: 7/1/25 Division: Distribution Posting Area: Operations + Manufacturing Job Location: Titusville, FL Looking for stability...

Warehouse Worker - Equipment Operator

  • Titusville, FL (22 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Titusville, FL (22 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 17 days ago

Hourly Wage: $20.6 - $24.1 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Worker - Full TIme

  • Titusville, FL (22 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Titusville, FL (22 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 17 days ago

Hourly Wage: $20.6 - $24.1 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Cocoa, FL (8 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Cocoa, FL (8 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 17 days ago

Hourly Wage: $20.6 - $24.1 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Worker

  • Melbourne, FL (13 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Melbourne, FL (13 miles from Merritt Island, FL)
  • 17 days ago

Hourly Wage: $20.6 - $24.1 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Merritt Island, FL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Forklift Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Merritt Island, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.5%
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 Merritt Island, FL
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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