Forklift Operator Jobs in Edwardsville, 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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Multi-Color Corporation

Shipping & Receiving Clerk, 1st shift

Must be able to operate a fork lift and a pallet jack....

Forklift Operator - 1A Shift - Monday - Thursday, 5:30am - 3:30pm

  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 1 hour ago
  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 1 hour ago

Operators are responsible for loading, unloading, sorting, staging and transporting products into and out of a warehouse....

Amazon Fulfillment Center Warehouse Associate

  • Berkeley, MO (22 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Berkeley, MO (22 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 2 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...

Package Handler (Warehouse like)

  • Brecknrdg Hls, MO (24 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Brecknrdg Hls, MO (24 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 9 hours 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...

Night Warehouse Associate

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Move product by safely and responsibly operating material handling equipment including forklift, order picker, pallet jack, reach truck, keg fork dock stocker, slip-sheet lift, de-layer, clamp truck...

Warehouse Associate

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 10 hours ago

Warehouse Associate 1441 N Warson RD, Saint Louis, Missouri, US, 63132 Branch & Field Operations Full-Time 6065 or Register Job Description Beacon is now QXO! We're looking for bold,...

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Sauget, IL (18 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Sauget, IL (18 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 12 hours 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

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

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

Warehouse Associate

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

The Warehouse Associate supports the team and our customers by accurately and safely receiving/pulling orders in a fast-paced environment....

Forklift Operator, dayshift

  • Hazelwood, MO (24 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Hazelwood, MO (24 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

The Forklift Operator is responsible for replenishing racks and moving pallets to alternate locations to fulfill bins for the Order Selectors....

Warehouse Picker Packer - Now Hiring

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 1 day ago

(heavy lifting) skills: Build, wrap, sort pallets Packing & Labeling product according to specifications Operate RF scanner Verify quality & quantity according to order and invoices Operate hand truck...

Warehouse Technician - 2nd shift

  • Berkeley, MO (22 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Berkeley, MO (22 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Operate dolly, pallet jack, and/or forklift in loading and unloading material and equipment. Stock shelves in the warehouse Pull spools/materials and distribute them to their designated area....

Warehouse Material Handler

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

DIVISION : U.S. AutoForce POSITION SUMMARY U.S. AutoForce, a division of U.S. Venture, Inc., brings together more than 100 years of experience as an industry leader in the distribution of tires,...

Inventory Clerk

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

6052 - Mid Rivers Mall - 4990 N Service Rd, St. Peters, Missouri, 63376 CarMax, the way your career should be! General Summary: Under general supervision, responsible for zone maintenance, vehicle...

Warehouse Technician - 2nd shift

  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Saint Louis, MO (20 miles from Edwardsville, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Operate dolly, pallet jack, and/or forklift in loading and unloading material and equipment. Stock shelves in the warehouse Pull spools/materials and distribute them to their designated area....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Edwardsville, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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