Forklift Operator Jobs in North Salem, 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

  • Crawfordsville, IN (18 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Crawfordsville, IN (18 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 17 days ago

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

DC Materials Handler - Inbound

  • Brownsburg, IN (13 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Brownsburg, IN (13 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 2 hours ago

Perform proper handling of incoming product to insure accurate and available inventory. Perform all tasks according to best practice procedures. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Maintain safety standards...

Warehouse Associate

  • Plainfield, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Plainfield, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 3 hours ago

Move product to storage and assembly areas with proper material handling equipment, such as powered pallet jacks or forklifts, and efficiently stack and store the merchandise in the appropriate area...

Material Handler Operator II

  • Plainfield, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Plainfield, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 12 hours ago

Execute various manual labor functions such as picking inventory, counting cargo, product and material and hand staging and loading goods; use manual equipment such as hand truck or pallet jack....

Shipping & Receiving Clerk - Mid Shift

  • Plainfield, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Plainfield, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 13 hours ago

It's more than a job As a Contract Logistics Specialist at Kuehne+Nagel, you will manage end-to-end warehousing operations for our customers. By doing so with precision, you not only contribute to...

Finished Goods Distribution & Warehouse Operator

  • Lebanon, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lebanon, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 15 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 (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lebanon, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 15 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 (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lebanon, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 16 hours ago

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

Material Handler

  • Whitestown, IN (20 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Whitestown, IN (20 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 16 hours ago

Responsibilities Manually or using hand truck performs various material handling duties in the facility. Manually loads finished product on pallet or hand truck....

Warehouse Associate

  • Lebanon, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, IN (16 miles from North Salem, 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....

Class A CDL Yard Hostler

  • Whitestown, IN (20 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Whitestown, IN (20 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 1 day ago

Centerline is your one access point to limitless truck driving opportunities. Our job is to connect you with safe, rewarding work at top companies while maintaining your flexibility and work/life...

3rd Shift Quality Inspector - Warehouse Associate Department Transfer

  • Lebanon, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, IN (16 miles from North Salem, 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 (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lebanon, IN (16 miles from North Salem, 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...

Dock Worker - 3rd Shift

  • Plainfield, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainfield, IN (16 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 1 day ago

, and tagging items on pallets and in containers, bins, and bulk storage....

Yard Driver NON DOT

  • Mooresville, IN (23 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mooresville, IN (23 miles from North Salem, IN)
  • 1 day ago

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In a global business like...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in North Salem, IN

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Forklift Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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