Forklift Operator Jobs in Plympton, MA

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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Overnight Warehouse Associate

  • Canton, MA (21 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Canton, MA (21 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Job Type Full-time Description NEFCO is a construction supply company. We provide support to our contractors by serving as the channel that unites them with the construction products that they...

Warehouse Associate Part-Time (3rd Shift)

  • Norwood, MA (24 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Norwood, MA (24 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Jacks) preferred; will train for the right candidates!...

Warehouse Associate- 3rd Shift Receiving- Brockton

  • Brockton, MA (13 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (13 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

What a typical day looks like in this role: Load and unload trucks, move and put away material in a safe manner using forklift, pallet jack, handcart, or other device....

Hiring Event - Overnight Stock Clerk

  • Stoughton, MA (18 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Stoughton, MA (18 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

Attention all Warehouse Workers/Shipping and Receiving

  • Hingham, MA (14 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hingham, MA (14 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Various positions available that include: *Assembly *Picking/Packing *Shipping/Receiving *Inventory Control *Quality Assurance/Inspection *Organization and maintenance of the stock and warehouse work...

Day Warehouse Worker

  • New Bedford, MA (24 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • New Bedford, MA (24 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Ability to use electric pallet jack as well as stand-up forklift is a must....

Yard Driver, Columbus - Full Time (2015)

  • Hanover, MA (10 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hanover, MA (10 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Id : REQ_570187, Title : Yard Driver, Columbus - Full Time (2015), Category : Supply Chain, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...532, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • Brockton, MA (13 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brockton, MA (13 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

SHIFT YOUR FUTURE Warehouse Worker UPS Quick Apply Applying for this role online is quick and easy - and you could even schedule your first day of work within 20 minutes! The steps are simple: 1)...

Freight Handler

  • Abington, MA (12 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Abington, MA (12 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Forklift Driver

  • Taunton, MA (16 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Taunton, MA (16 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities Material Handling & Equipment Operation: Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment to move, load, and unload IT assets and other materials within the facility....

Waste Material Handler

  • Holbrook, MA (15 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Holbrook, MA (15 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Clean Harbors in Devens, MA is seeking a Waste Material Handler (Insite Chemist ) to handle, segregate, pack, and inspect chemical waste in accordance with Federal/State/Local regulations and our...

Warehouse Order Selector - Sysco Boston (R162638)

  • Plympton, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Plympton, MA
  • 5 days ago

Active, physical role that includes operating an electric pallet jack, and/or forklift Organizing and palletizing product to build customer orders Other duties as assigned....

Turret Forklift Driver

  • Raynham, MA (12 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Raynham, MA (12 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Additional Responsibilities: - Operate variousmachinery and material-handling equipment to support daily operations.What You?...

Warehouse Operator II

  • Fall River, MA (22 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fall River, MA (22 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Title: Warehouse Operator II FLSA Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt/Hourly Professional Work Location: Fall River, MA Work Hours: First Shift: 8 AM a 5 PM (May very based on business...

Forklift Operator - Bin Repair

  • Carver, MA (7 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Carver, MA (7 miles from Plympton, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Handles materials, bases and sides, either by hand or with material handling equipment. Must maintain accurate production, quality, operational, and inventory records as required....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Plympton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Plympton, MA offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.7%
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 Plympton, MA
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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