Forklift Operator Jobs in Minooka, 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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Warehouse Worker - Immediate Opening

  • VISTAR
  • Bolingbrook, IL (18 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (18 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: Schedule: Monday Friday MondayFriday start: 5:00 AM Shifts end when daily work is completed; end times may vary based on volume. Earn $18.00$19.25/hr (includes $1.25 freezer...

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Warehouse Order Selector - Now Hiring

  • VISTAR
  • Bolingbrook, IL (18 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (18 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 11 days ago

Job Description: Schedule: Monday Friday MondayFriday start: 5:00 AM Shifts end when daily work is completed; end times may vary based on volume. Earn $18.00$19.25/hr (includes $1.25 freezer...

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Warehouse Worker - Now Hiring

  • VISTAR
  • Bolingbrook, IL (18 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (18 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Job Description: Schedule: Monday Friday MondayFriday start: 5:00 AM Shifts end when daily work is completed; end times may vary based on volume. Earn $18.00$19.25/hr (includes $1.25 freezer...

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Reach Truck- Forklift Operator

  • VISTAR
  • Bolingbrook, IL (18 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (18 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 29 days ago

As a Forklift Operator, Formula, you will operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, reach truck, etc....

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1st Shift Forklift Operator

  • VISTAR
  • Bolingbrook, IL (18 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (18 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

As a Forklift Operator, Formula, you will operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, reach truck, etc....

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Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift

  • Core-Mark
  • Montgomery, IL (16 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Montgomery, IL (16 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid...

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Warehouse Associate 2nd shift Freezer Cooler

  • Core-Mark
  • Montgomery, IL (16 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Montgomery, IL (16 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 8 days ago

Job Description: We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid...

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Warehouse Team Member ($1,500 Sign on Bonus)

  • Mars
  • Yorkville, IL (11 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Yorkville, IL (11 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Monitor the physical quality of finished products, reporting any defects Maintain a high standard of hygiene and housekeeping at all times Keeping Pallet Magazines fully loaded and pallet storage areas...

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Warehouse Associate Part-Time

  • Cardinal Health
  • Channahon, IL (6 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Channahon, IL (6 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Responsibilities Unloads trucks in the Inbound section by using a pallet jack or equivalent devices to put pallets out of the trucks....

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Stand Up Forklift Operator

  • LEGACY
  • Oswego, IL (12 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Oswego, IL (12 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

As a Stand Up Forklift Operator, you will provide support by loading, unloading, and transporting full pallets of product....

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Reach Truck Operator

  • Manpower
  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

High School Diploma or GED required 36 months of material handling equipment experience preferred Cherry Picker / Reach Truck experience required Ability to pass a basic reading and math skills test...

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Warehouse Associate-2nd Shift, Monday- Thursday (4:00 pm-2:30 am)

  • Harbor Freight Tools
  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

equivalent Experience in warehouse environment preferred Understand product description, SKU and PO numbers Basic mathematic skills to include an understanding of geometry in order to build stable pallets...

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Forklift Operator- 2nd shift M-F 7am-3pm

  • Saddle Creek Logistics Services
  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Joliet, IL (5 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

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

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Warehouse Associate - C1 is Hiring!

  • Woodridge, IL (21 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Woodridge, IL (21 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 14 hours ago

Location:** Woodridge, IL 60517 **Pay Rate:** $18/hour **Shift Type:** Full Time C1 Staffing is seeking motivated and detail-oriented individuals for the position of Warehouse Associate. If you...

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Warehouse Material Handler

  • Ryder
  • Plainfield, IL (6 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Plainfield, IL (6 miles from Minooka, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Responsibilities Perform warehouse function, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and, cycle counting Performing duties within performance measurement...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Minooka, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Forklift Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Minooka, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 Minooka, IL
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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