Forklift Operator Jobs in Good Thunder, MN

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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Part-Time Package Handler - Mankato, MN

  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Spee Dee Delivery is a family owned and operated company that was started in 1978 by Donald and Sylvia Weeres. Our core business is in standard, next-day, ground delivery. The corporate...

Warehouse Forklift Driver- 1st Shift- FT

  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 1 day ago

ABOUT YOU The ideal candidate will have the capability to drive a forklift and can pass the test for the Forklift Operators License. Must be able to use a computer and scanner....

Production Forklift Operator - Mankato, MN

  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 4 days ago

ABOUT YOU The ideal candidate will have the capability to drive a forklift and can pass the test for the Forklift Operators License. Must be able to use a computer and scanner....

2nd Shift Warehouse Worker

  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Palletize bags on 2x2 or 4x4 pallets according to specific orders. Perform continuous bending, twisting, and turning of the body. Use a two-wheeler to allocate pallets based on shipment orders....

Weekend Forklift Operator/Material Handler

  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 7 days ago

Weekend Forklift Operator/Material Handler At Senneca, we embrace the entrepreneurial spirit of the innovators that created our brands from traffic doors, to cold storage doors to fiberglass doors and...

Warehouse Worker

  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 12 days ago

Responsibilities include palletizing bags on 2x2 or 4x4 pallets according to specific orders, continuous bending, twisting, and turning, using a two-wheeler to allocate pallets based on shipment orders...

Order Picker/packer

  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 12 days ago

Order Picker/Packer** **Job Description** This is a temporary packaging position with the potential to transition to a permanent role. The job involves taking materials out of boxes, applying new...

3rd Shift Warehouse Worker

  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 18 days ago

Palletize bags on 2x2 or 4x4 pallets according to specific order requirements. Perform continuous bending, twisting, and turning of the body....

Production Line Forklift Operator- Floater

  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 25 days ago
  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 25 days ago

Production Line Forklift Operator- Floater 3.0 3.0 out of 5 stars Mankato, MN 56003 Location: Mankato MN Shift/Work Schedule: 7:00AM-3:30PM Pay range: $22.15/hr ABOUT US We are Wis-Pak, the company...

Warehouse Worker

  • Nicollet, MN (22 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Nicollet, MN (22 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.7 - $27.2 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Freight Handler

  • Elysian, MN (23 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Elysian, MN (23 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.7 - $27.2 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Associate - Full TIme

  • Winnebago, MN (17 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Winnebago, MN (17 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.7 - $27.2 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Worker - Full TIme

  • Pemberton, MN (13 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pemberton, MN (13 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

Hourly Wage: $23.7 - $27.2 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Material Handler/Warehouse

  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mankato, MN (10 miles from Good Thunder, MN)
  • 30+ days ago

orders accurately via paper/electronic orders via MHE equipment * Operate forklift and/or related material moving equipment to designated areas * Perform general warehouse housekeeping including sweeping...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Good Thunder, MN

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Good Thunder, MN 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 Good Thunder, MN
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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