Forklift Operator Jobs in Louisville, KY

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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Yard Jockey- 3rd Shift

  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 29 days ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 29 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...

Reach Truck Operator

  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 hours ago

Retrieves supplies and materials by studying specifications; locating and verifying supplies and materials; secures pallet on truck; moves pallet to production location....

Material Handler

  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 10 hours ago

Responsible for safely and accurately storing, moving, and handling material in the warehouse. Responsibilities Control, inspect, and locate materials and inventory Upload and verify product upon...

Warehouse Order Selector Immediately Hiring

  • Buckner, KY (18 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Buckner, KY (18 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 10 hours ago

Palletize, hand stack and stretch wrap product as required. Safely operate material handling equipment. Assist in cycle counting and inventory control as required....

Material Handler B Shift

  • Buckner, KY (18 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Buckner, KY (18 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 10 hours ago

Jacks, Sit-down Forklift Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US....

Forklift Operator

  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 12 hours ago

We are hiring a Forklift Operator in Louisville, KY....

Warehouse Material Handler (70)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 15 hours ago

In this role, you will receive materials, pull orders for walk-in customers, operate forklifts, and load products onto delivery trucks. ABC Supply is proud to be an employee-first company....

Freight Handler

  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 hours ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck Verify documentation matches freight...

High Reach Forklift Driver

  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 hours ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 19 hours ago

forklift maintenance/check sheet Monitor battery charge, maintain, and clean batteries, and leave material handling equipment at the proper charging station ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Work...

Material Handler/ Operator II

  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Jeffersonville, IN (4 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 20 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....

Forklift Operator

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

We're currently hiring Forklift Operators to join our team in the Outer Loop area of Louisville (40219)....

Part Time - Forklift Operator III (SCW)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

JOB SUMMARY Responsible for operating forklift to load and unload containers; assist with ensuring a safe and clean working environment, inside and out, for assigned storage center location....

Dock Worker(part-time)

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

+ Properly load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck or by hand + Strap, brace and pad freight to prevent damage or shifting + Responsible for accurately recording the condition...

Warehouse Agent

  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago
  • Louisville, KY
  • 1 day ago

The purpose of the Warehouse Agent is performing duties such as receiving and processing incoming stock and materials, picking and filling orders from stock, and putting away and organizing...

Sr. Warehouse Associate

  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shepherdsville, KY (20 miles from Louisville, KY)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Associate, you are responsible for material handling including inbound, outbound, inventory, and repackaging activities....

Demographic Data for Louisville, KY

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Louisville, KY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Forklift Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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