Forklift Operator Jobs in Louisiana

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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Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up To $19.10

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 13 hours ago

on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

Package Handler (Warehouse like)

  • Carencro, LA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Carencro, LA
  • 18 hours ago

Package Handler (Warehouse like) Federal Express Corporation $17.20-$17.70 dental insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition reimbursement United States, Louisiana, Carencro 3600 Northeast...

Warehouse Material Handler

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 20 hours ago

Join CPKC, North America's first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth,...

Warehouse Associate

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 23 hours ago

As a Warehouse Associate at QXO, you'll be at the heart of our operations-handling materials, managing inventory, and keeping our yard and warehouse running smoothly. What you'll do: Operate...

Warehouse Attendant

  • Port Allen, LA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Port Allen, LA
  • 23 hours ago

to equipment May be required to operate industrial forklifts, electric and manual pallet jacks May be required to maintain organization of warehouse based on WMS picking/put away strategies May be...

Fresh Nights Utility Yard Driver - Shipping

  • Farmerville, LA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Farmerville, LA
  • 23 hours ago

Foster Farms has been serving families since 1939. Since the founding days, Foster Farms has always been committed to providing consumers with the highest-quality, best-tasting poultry products...

Forklift Operator

  • Opelousas, LA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 23 hours ago

Forklift Operators also get to wear many hats within the site! You may also sort pallets by hand and repair damaged wooden pallets by hand in some locations....

Stand-up Forklift/Material Handler Supporting Production Area 1st Shift

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 23 hours ago

This position is responsible for moving materials and products safely and efficiently using stand-up forklifts and other material-handling equipment....

FT Forklift Operator

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 23 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 23 hours ago

Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting at $21.79 hr Full-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts Earn 1 week of vacation after 90 days of employment PTO available after the first 90 calendar days...

Warehouse Associate - Night

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 1 day ago

Required to safely operate material handling equipment (MHE) to include forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, reach trucks, slip sheet attachment, and/or clamper truck or attachment....

Store Stock Associate

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 1 day ago

Must be able to move engine blocks and other heavy equipment with moving aids designed to move such items, including hand trucks, dollies, motorized carts, pallet jacks, etc....

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 1 day ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, youll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our sales floor stocked and preparing online orders to be shipped to customers homes. This includes...

Warehouse Worker

  • Saint Rose, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Rose, LA
  • 1 day ago

At Amarr, part of ASSA ABLOY - the global leader in opening solutions, we strive to be the best. And to be the best, we have to provide the best quality, the best service, and employ the best...

Warehouse Associate - Night

  • Lafayette, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 1 day ago

Required to safely operate material handling equipment (MHE) to include forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, reach trucks, slip sheet attachment, and/or clamper truck or attachment....

Warehouse Associate

  • Kenner, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 1 day ago

Grow With Us! Hudson is North America's leading travel retailer. For over 30 years, we've been meeting the needs and desires of travelers in more than 1,000 duty-free, duty-paid, and food &...

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Forklift Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Forklift Operator Safety: Forklift Operation (Course)
This course provides comprehensive training on forklift operation, emphasizing safety, efficiency, and proper maintenance procedures. Participants will learn the key components of a forklift, such...
Forklift Operator Training
Forklifts are extensively used in warehouses, construction sites and distribution centres for lifting and moving heavy objects. This course will introduce you to forklift operation. Youll learn...
Forklift Operator Safety: Forklift Certification (Course)
This course provides comprehensive training for forklift operators, emphasizing the critical importance of safety and proficiency in handling these essential tools in industrial settings....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Louisiana

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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