Forklift Operator Jobs in Dekalb, IL

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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Shipping and Receiving Clerk - Now Hiring

  • Dekalb, IL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Dekalb, IL
  • 4 hours ago

Ready to gain new skills in a collaborative, fast-paced warehouse environment? If so, we've got shipping and receiving roles for you. You'll play a key role in day-to-day manufacturing operations,...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Geneva, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Geneva, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a sit down forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad....

Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Clerk in North Aurora, IL

  • North Aurora, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • North Aurora, IL (20 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Clerk in North Aurora, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $19.00 per hour...

Forklift Operator - Stand up - Now Hiring

  • Dekalb, IL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Dekalb, IL
  • 14 hours ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a stand up forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad....

Forklift Operators

  • Dekalb, IL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Dekalb, IL
  • 14 hours ago

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Warehouse Stand-Up Forklift Operators in Dekalb, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $20.30 per hour Overtime Pay: $30.45 per hour Additional...

Forklift Operator Part Time (Overnights) (29 hours weekly) (10) - R0389383-4330

  • Rochelle, IL (16 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Rochelle, IL (16 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 19 hours ago

Job Details: Forklift Operator Part Time (29 Hours weekly) Maximum Overnights If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we raise the world's expectations of what good...

Forklift Operator

  • Dekalb, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Dekalb, IL
  • 1 day ago

Our Forklift Operators are responsible for moving stock from one area to another within our warehouse environment....

Material Handler

  • Dekalb, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Dekalb, IL
  • 1 day ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Warehouse Stand-Up Forklift Operators in Dekalb, Illinois Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $20.30 per hour Overtime Pay...

Warehouse Associate - Full TIme

  • Davis Junction, IL (23 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Davis Junction, IL (23 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $21.5 - $25 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

  • Compton, IL (22 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Compton, IL (22 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $21.5 - $25 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...

Freight Handler

  • Sugar Grove, IL (16 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sugar Grove, IL (16 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $21.5 - $25 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

  • Kaneville, IL (11 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kaneville, IL (11 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $21.5 - $25 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...

Material Handler

  • South Elgin, IL (22 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • South Elgin, IL (22 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Material Handler 1st shift opening at a family-owned machine shop! South Elgin, IL Does the following describe you? Our client is seeking an experienced Material Handler that knows how to drive a...

Amazon Picker Packer - Earn Up to $18/hour - Day Shifts

  • Gilberts, IL (22 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gilberts, IL (22 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 4 days ago

At fulfillment centers, well teach you to operate forklifts or pallet drivers, and youll work with the latest Amazon technology including robots. Team environment....

Shipping/Receiving Clerk

  • Union, IL (24 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Union, IL (24 miles from Dekalb, IL)
  • 4 days ago

In this position, you will load/unload inbound, prepare outgoing orders with high accuracy, and wrap orders on pallets safely.....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Dekalb, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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