Forklift Operator Jobs in Waterville, ME

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.

1-14 of 14 Jobs

Night Warehouse Order Selector

  • Performance Food Group
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 1 hour ago

Place pallets on pallet jack and operate along assigned multi-level racks and locate products according to order sheets....

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Warehouse Worker - Now Hiring

  • Performance Foodservice
  • Waterville, ME
  • 7 days ago
  • Waterville, ME
  • 7 days ago

Place pallets on pallet jack and operate along assigned multi-level racks and locate products according to order sheets....

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Warehouse Associate

  • Kent Corporation
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 21 days ago
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 21 days ago

Are you ready to join a SIX-TIME US Best Managed Company award winner? Blue Seal Farm & Home, a member of the KENT WORLDWIDE family of companies has an exciting opportunity to join their team as...

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Seasonal Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • UPS
  • Waterville, ME
  • 26 days ago
  • Waterville, ME
  • 26 days ago

at UPS in Waterville, Maine, United States Job Description Seasonal Warehouse Worker UPS Quick Apply Applying for this role online is quick and easy - and you could even schedule your first day of...

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Warehouse Worker - Immediate Opening

  • Performance Foodservice
  • Waterville, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Waterville, ME
  • 30+ days ago

Place pallets on pallet jack and operate along assigned multi-level racks and locate products according to order sheets....

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Warehouse Stocker, Equipment Operator

  • Pine State Spirits
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

Pine State Beverage is Maine's leading state-of-the-art beverage distribution company that offers the opportunity to start and grow your career! We are a family-owned company looking to hire...

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Dockworker Inbound

  • A Duie Pyle
  • Pittsfield, ME (17 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pittsfield, ME (17 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

Dockworker qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, preferred Previous experience operating a forklift or other material handling equipment, preferred Prior experience in warehousing, freight...

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Night Warehouse Order Selector

  • Performance Foodservice
  • Waterville, ME
  • 30+ days ago
  • Waterville, ME
  • 30+ days ago

Place pallets on pallet jack and operate along assigned multi-level racks and locate products according to order sheets....

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Warehouse Associate

  • Lansing Building Products
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 30+ days ago

to 70 poundsKeep warehouse clean and orderly Qualifications: Prior material-handling or warehouse experience (preferred)High integrity and high energyExperience in building products as well as previous...

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Hourly Warehouse Team Member - Temporary Full Time - Greensboro HVC (PS&L)

  • Ford Motor Company
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 45+ days ago

at Ford Motor Company in Augusta, Maine, United States Job Description The hourly rated positions available in the Ford Motor Company Customer Service Division are warehousing positions. Warehouse...

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Hourly Warehouse Team Member - Temporary Full Time - Kansas City HVC (PS&L)

  • Ford Motor Company
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 45+ days ago

at Ford Motor Company in Augusta, Maine, United States Job Description The hourly rated positions available in the Ford Motor Company Customer Service Division are warehousing positions. Warehouse...

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Materials Handler Technician, 3-11PM

  • MaineGeneral
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 45+ days ago

Distributes and stocks inventory and equipment to assigned areas. Job Description: Verifies orders and reviews against items to be delivered to ensure accuracy of delivery. Delivers requested...

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Material Handler (Waterville, ME)

  • Sonepar USA Inc
  • Waterville, ME
  • 45+ days ago
  • Waterville, ME
  • 45+ days ago

handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies Packing and shipping customer orders accurately and efficiently Championing effective inventory management practices Adhering...

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Warehouse Associate

  • Pine State Trading Co
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Augusta, ME (14 miles from Waterville, ME)
  • 90+ days ago

Come join Pine State Trading, Co., Maine s leading state-of-the-art beverage distribution company. We are a family-owned company looking to hire capable individuals to grow our talented and...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Waterville, ME

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Waterville, ME offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 Waterville, ME
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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