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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Material Handler

  • Shreveport, LA
  • 2 hours ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 2 hours ago

Clean Harbors in Shreveport is seeking a Warehouse Worker (Material Handler) to complete all assigned warehouse duties in a safe and responsible manner. This role will work within all local,...

Warehouse Worker

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 hours ago

May also be responsible for operating manual/powered equipment such as forklifts, order pickers, pallet jacks, hand trucks, etc....

Forklift Operator - Immediate Opening

  • Elmwood, LA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Elmwood, LA
  • 4 hours ago

Unloads/loads pallets of products using pallet jacks and forklifts. Stores and removes pallets of products from rack locations. Puts product in overflow locations....

Warehouse/Driver

  • Alexandria, LA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Alexandria, LA
  • 7 hours ago

Job Details Job Location : Alexandria - Alexandria, LA Salary Range : $15.50 Hourly Job Shift : Day Description JOB TITLE: Warehouse/Driver As a Warehouse/Driver for Tireco Distributors (TD), you...

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

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 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 to...

Shipping & Receiving Stock Clerk (2350)

  • Jefferson, LA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Jefferson, LA
  • 7 hours ago

The operation of material handling equipment, including a forklift, is required....

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

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 hours 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...

Material Handler

  • Greensburg, LA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Greensburg, LA
  • 12 hours ago

Heavy use of forklift and other material handling equipment to efficiently and safely move product throughout the warehouse....

Clerk / Warehouse

  • Broussard, LA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Broussard, LA
  • 12 hours ago

Job #: 307960 Title: Clerk / Warehouse Location: Broussard, LA Salary Range: Position: Clerk / Warehouse Description: Shipping/ Receiving Clerk Shipping & Receiving Clerk needed - Join an...

Forklift Driver

  • Opelousas, LA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Opelousas, LA
  • 12 hours ago

Forklift Driver 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars Opelousas, LA 70570 Seeking Stand-Up Forklift Driver Opelousas, LA | $13.00/hour | Monday - Friday, 7:00AM-4:30PM Responsibilities: Operate a stand-up...

Warehouse Operator

  • Jefferson, LA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Jefferson, LA
  • 15 hours ago

it's what's inside that counts _ __ There's more to CMC than our products and the buildings, structures, and roads they go into. At CMC, it's the people inside our recycling centers, fabrication...

Package Handler (Warehouse like)

  • Bossier City, LA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Bossier City, LA
  • 16 hours ago

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Come for a job and stay for a career! Federal Express Corporation (FEC) is part of the rapidly growing warehouse and transportation sector that helps keep America, and our...

Order Puller

  • Lecompte, LA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lecompte, LA
  • 16 hours ago

If you've got pallet jack experience and a great work ethic, this opportunity is for you!...

Material Handler (2nd Shift) - O'Neal Steel / Lafayette

  • Breaux Bridge, LA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Breaux Bridge, LA
  • 16 hours ago

What you will be doing: Operate a wide variety of material handling equipment including, but not limited to, forklift, overhead crane, stacker crane, side loader, yard dog, etc....

Shipping & Receiving Clerk - Temporary

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 17 hours 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....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Louisiana

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


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