Forklift Operator Jobs in Crawfordsville, IN

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 Selector (Day) - SYGMA - US

  • Veedersburg, IN (19 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Veedersburg, IN (19 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 2 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES: Reads pick sheets and travel to proper warehouse locations using a pallet jack....

Finished Goods Distribution & Warehouse Operator

  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 16 hours ago

Principal Duties & Responsibilities: Unloads, separates, counts, and verifies products received Uses RF Handheld units to move products and/or load trucks Assembles and secures customer orders on pallets...

Forklift Driver Freezer Warehouse

  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 16 hours ago

Palletizing responsibilities: Assists in the loading of trucks. Assists in the completing shipping/receiving documents. Verify loads leaving the premises....

Forklift Operator

  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 17 hours ago

Overview The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating material handling equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking and counting merchandise....

Warehouse Associate

  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 1 day ago

The Job Details: • Shipping and Receiving: Unload and load trailers and verify proper stacking and freight not being mixed on pallets, one item to a pallet as required unless instructed otherwise....

3rd Shift Quality Inspector - Warehouse Associate Department Transfer

  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 1 day ago

About Us Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing...

Finished Goods Distribution & Warehouse Operator

  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 1 day ago

batch Prysmian, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds, skills, and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant...

Quality Inspector - Warehouse Associate Department Transfer

  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 1 day ago

About Us Innovation. Sustainability. Productivity. This is how we are Breaking New Ground in our mission to sustainably advance the noble work of farmers and builders everywhere. With a growing...

Order Picker/Reach Truck Operator

  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 2 days ago

Spherion is hiring talented forklift operators for a leading distribution center in Lebanon, IN!...

Material Handler- Weekend Night

  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 3 days ago

handling equipment Perform duties that may include packing, scanning, kitting or counting products Verify orders, label products and use a handheld scanner Adhere to the 7S program Maintain a clean...

Bindery Material Handler 1

  • Crawfordsville, IN
  • 4 days ago
  • Crawfordsville, IN
  • 4 days ago

About Lakeside Book Company Lakeside Book Company is the largest book manufacturer in North America and we love books. Every title we produce matters, and so does every hand that helps make it....

Warehouse Worker - Full TIme

  • Crawfordsville, IN
  • 6 days ago
  • Crawfordsville, IN
  • 6 days ago

Hourly Wage: $22.95 - $26.45 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...

Shipping and Receiving Clerk I

  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 6 days ago

Pay: $21.50/hour Shift: 1st Shift Monday-Thursday. 6am-4:30pm Location: South Indianapolis Lebanon, IN 46052 General Summary The Shipping and Receiving Clerk is responsible for the performance of...

Warehouse Associate - 1st Shift

  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Housekeeping - Sweeping, Moving boxes and pallets to appropriate area, Maintain cleanliness of work area. Sort product of various size and weight amounts and stage for proper warehouse put away....

Warehouse Associate - 2nd Shift

  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lebanon, IN (22 miles from Crawfordsville, IN)
  • 8 days ago

Housekeeping - Sweeping, Moving boxes and pallets to appropriate area, Maintain cleanliness of work area. Sort product of various size and weight amounts and stage for proper warehouse put away....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Crawfordsville, IN

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Highest Education Level

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


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