Forklift Operator Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

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 Associate - Loader/Unloader - 2nd Shift - $19.00/Hour

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 14 hours ago

Requisition Number:** 205675 **Job Description** Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate Loader/Unloader to support the Rental Division. Loader/Unloaders are responsible for driving company trucks...

Stone Yard/Warehouse Worker with Forklift Experience Needed $15/HR

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

un Stone Yard/Warehouse Worker with Forklift Experience Needed $15/HR (Baton Rouge) MDS Stone Imports 10344 S. Choctaw Dr compensation: $15/Hour employment type: job title: Warehouse/Stoneyard...

Shipping & Receiving Clerk - Temporary

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

Band and palletize/box items accordingly for shipment. Load all shipping items on freight or dedicated trucks. Inventory cycle counts. Tag and stage NCR items....

Warehouse Associate

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 2 days ago

Warehouse Associate (Baton Rouge, LA) Select Stone, LLC is a natural stone distributor and accepting applications for a Warehouse Associate position. Job will consist of loading/unloading stone...

Warehouse Associate

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

Warehouse Associate Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Warehouse Associate for a company based in Baton Rouge, LA. In this role, you will have the opportunity to A Warehouse Associate...

Warehouse Person

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

WERE CHANGING ENTERTAINMENT. COME JOIN US. Were always looking for talent that believes in having fun. At PENN Entertainment, youll get to be a part of an exciting industry, where the days and...

Yard Driver

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

Company Description MAKE GREAT PIZZA - AND MORE - POSSIBLE Be a part of the world's #1 Pizza company! Job Description Shift: 6:00 AM - 3:30 PM (5 Day Work week) Compensation: $21/hr The yard...

Forklift Driver

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

Clean Harbors is seeking a Forklift Driver to join our team. You would be responsible for performing hands-on operations within the warehouse associated with loading and unloading drums,...

Stone Yard/Warehouse Worker with Forklift Experience Needed $15/HR

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago

MDS Stone Imports is seeking to hire Warehouse/ Stone yard workers with some experience in driving forklifts. We require an in-person interview. We also require a VALID Drivers license. Please...

Part Time Seasonal Warehouse Associate - $14.00 per hour

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago

May operate motorized pallet jacks upon successful completion of the SBF powered equipment program....

Warehouse Material Handler (286)

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 5 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....

Pipeline Baton Rouge Material Handler

  • Port Allen, LA (9 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Port Allen, LA (9 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 8 days ago

Hours: 6am - 2:30pm - Monday - Friday Material Handler: This position is responsible for unloading trucks with manual pallet jacks and moving boxes/pallets into correct locations on the floor; opening...

Warehouse Associate

  • Prairieville, LA (18 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Prairieville, LA (18 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 10 days ago

Great company. Great people. Great opportunities. If you'd like the chance to make your mark with the world's largest equipment rental provider, come build your future with United Rentals! As a...

Shipping and Receiving Clerk 2 (PRN As Needed)

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 11 days ago

"The Shipping & Receiving Clerk 2 prepares items for shipment, verifies and maintains records on incoming and outgoing shipments, load and unloads trucks, receives and unpacks materials and...

Dockworker Part-Time - TForce Freight

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 13 days ago

Qualifications: Forklift operator certification Impeccable customer service and dedication Valid class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) in resident state Hazmat, tanker and doubles endorsements 21...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Baton Rouge, LA 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 Baton Rouge, LA
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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