Forklift Operator Jobs in Winchester, 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.

1-15 of 43 Jobs

Material Handler

  • Paris, KY (17 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Paris, KY (17 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 8 hours ago

Transporting orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment such as fork trucks, cherry pickers and/ or pallet jacks....

Warehouse Associate - Entry Level

  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 8 hours ago

Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets and packages. Use technology like RF devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders....

Driver/Warehouse

  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 2 days ago

Operates Tow Motors, Rig Trucks, or any other company owned materials handling equipment 4. Drives non-CDL company trucks to deliver or pick up merchandise at customer or supplier locations 5....

Freight Handler Part-Time

  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 3 days ago

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

Material Handler

  • Winchester, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Winchester, KY
  • 4 days ago

Physical Requirements: Ability to stand for long periods of time Ability to maneuver around the Plant Ability to continuously mount and dismount forklift or other material handling equipment, repeatedly...

Forklift Operator PT

  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 4 days ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $23.02 hr Part-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment Come and experience the difference with R+L Carriers...

Warehouse Order Puller - Now Hiring

  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 6 days ago

Ready to dive into a role that keeps you active and engaged? Apply now to join us as an order puller in our warehouse operations. Your job will involve pulling and labeling orders and putting them...

Part Time 2nd Shift Warehouse Material Handler

  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 6 days ago

Jack Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or GED Knowledge acquired through up to 12 months of work experience PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) Certification: Pallet Jack Work Environment Noisy...

Full Time 2nd Shift Warehouse Material Handler

  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 6 days ago

Jack Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or GED Knowledge acquired through up to 12 months of work experience PIT (Powered Industrial Truck) Certification: Pallet Jack Work Environment Noisy...

Warehouse Material Handler (231)

  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 7 days 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....

Warehouse/Driver

  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 7 days ago

What You'll Do: Safely operate material handling equipment and vehicles to fulfill orders and make deliveries to customer locations....

Warehouse Associate

  • Paris, KY (17 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Paris, KY (17 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 7 days ago

Effectively operate industrial equipment including: forklift, front end loader, pallet jack, skid loader....

Warehouse Package Handler

  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 8 days ago

We are hiring Warehouse Workers / Package Handlers for our Lexington, KY Location. Applying is quick and easy - talk to a recruiter today and you could start within the week! Address: 2040...

Forklift Operator - 2nd Shift

  • Winchester, KY
  • 9 days ago
  • Winchester, KY
  • 9 days ago

PM Position Summary Forklift Operators serve our internal and external customers by quickly, safely and accurately building and loading pallets of product to be delivered to our Enhanced customers Essential...

DOT Driver and Warehouse Associate

  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Lexington, KY (18 miles from Winchester, KY)
  • 9 days ago

. + Experience in warehouse operations, including picking, packing, and inventory management. + Forklift operation experience is required, minimum of 2 years. + Strong attention to detail, organization...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Winchester, KY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Winchester, KY offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
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 Winchester, KY
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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