Forklift Operator Jobs in Mankato, 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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Material Handler 1st Shift

  • Saint Peter, MN (16 miles from Mankato, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Peter, MN (16 miles from Mankato, MN)
  • 3 days ago

Material handling duties as assigned when not receiving....

Material Handler

  • Waseca, MN (23 miles from Mankato, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Waseca, MN (23 miles from Mankato, MN)
  • 3 days ago

This position is accountable for daily activities with kitting, picking, packing and shipping materials. Perform assigned tasks with minimal supervision....

Forklift Operator/Material Handler

  • Mankato, MN
  • 5 days ago
  • Mankato, MN
  • 5 days ago

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 beyond...

Forklift Driver

  • North Mankato, MN (6 miles from Mankato, MN)
  • 6 days ago
  • North Mankato, MN (6 miles from Mankato, MN)
  • 6 days ago

Inventory/Warehouse: Maintain warehouse layout and organization Monitor inventory and recommend action for non-usable, slow moving and excess stock Operate pallet jack and electric pallet wrapper Label...

Warehouse Worker - Urgent Requirement

  • Mankato, MN
  • 9 days ago
  • Mankato, MN
  • 9 days ago

Warehouse Worker - Urgent Requirement compensation: Earn $16 per hour Responsibilities: Operate production equipment and perform quality checks and visual inspections Assist with warehouse and...

Food Warehouse Associate - Join Fast

  • Mankato, MN
  • 11 days ago
  • Mankato, MN
  • 11 days ago

Food Warehouse Associate - Join Fast compensation: Earn $17 per hour Responsibilities: Receive and properly store food and beverage supplies Organize and maintain accurate warehouse inventory...

Forklift Operator - Monday-Friday Afternoon Shift

  • Mankato, MN
  • 11 days ago
  • Mankato, MN
  • 11 days ago

Forklift Operators will also be tasked with moving materials across the operation to meet production requirements and assist in manual hand-sorting of pallets according to product specifications....

Material Handler 1

  • Mankato, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • Mankato, MN
  • 12 days ago

This position requires basic understanding of material handling function of picking product, forklift operations, shipping and receiving functions in the warehouse....

Warehouse Operator II - 1st Shift

  • Mankato, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Mankato, MN
  • 13 days ago

Ability to performance general maintenance related to material handling equipment such as battery charging, battery exchange, battery maintenance (water, checklist, etc.) and general warehouse cleanup...

Order Picker

  • Mankato, MN
  • 14 days ago
  • Mankato, MN
  • 14 days ago

Essential Skills 6 months of prior order picking/packing experience (experience in electronics is a plus). Knowledge of using computers and Microsoft Windows....

Seasonal Warehouse Clerk

  • Waseca, MN (23 miles from Mankato, MN)
  • 15 days ago
  • Waseca, MN (23 miles from Mankato, MN)
  • 15 days ago

Shift: 6:00 AM-6:00 PMHourly Rate: $18.75 an hour Conagra Brands - Waseca, home of Birds Eye, is looking to add Seasonal warehouse clerks to the team. To meet the demands of our customer across...

Part-Time Package Handler-Mankato, MN

  • Mankato, MN
  • 15 days ago
  • Mankato, MN
  • 15 days 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...

Dock Worker - 4:00 PM Start Time

  • Mankato, MN
  • 22 days ago
  • Mankato, MN
  • 22 days ago

Job Summary: Properly load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck or by hand Strap, brace and pad freight to prevent damage or shifting Responsible for accurately recording the...

Material Handler and CDL Delivery Driver

  • Mankato, MN
  • 25 days ago
  • Mankato, MN
  • 25 days ago

You will Load and unload trucks and move boxes/material in a safe manner using a forklift, pallet jack, handcart, reach trucks, or other device (no experience required - we provide training) Count,...

Material Handler

  • North Mankato, MN (6 miles from Mankato, MN)
  • 26 days ago
  • North Mankato, MN (6 miles from Mankato, MN)
  • 26 days ago

Responsibilities: Unload/Stage incoming shipments with various MHE equipment Prepare/breakdown inbound shipment for accuracy validation Put away of product into correct locations via MHE equipment Pull...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Mankato, MN

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Highest Education Level

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


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