Forklift Operator Jobs in Waconia, 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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Warehouse Associate

  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 17 days ago

Unleash your potential with the Johnson Controls team! As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

Inventory Specialist Warehouse Part Time - Fashion Warehouse-Minnetonka, MN

  • Minnetonka, MN (17 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • moments ago
  • Minnetonka, MN (17 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • moments ago

, and tenacity (HEART) Receive and process new merchandise timely and efficiently, checking accurate quantities, assessing quality, and looking for any defects Unload boxes of new merchandise from pallets...

Warehouse Associate 1st Shift

  • Maple Grove, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • moments ago
  • Maple Grove, MN (22 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • moments ago

, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and, cycle counting Performing duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract Responsible for the accurate picking and packing,...

Order Puller Rogers, MN

  • Rogers, MN (23 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Rogers, MN (23 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 5 hours ago

Order Puller Rogers, MN Rogers, MN Order: 121116 Order Type : Temp To Full-Time LNow Hiring: Order Puller Location: Rogers, MN Shift: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday Pay: $20/hr Employment Type:...

Forklift Operator

  • Rogers, MN (23 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Rogers, MN (23 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 5 hours ago

Forklift Operator Rogers, MN Order: 121131 Order Type : Temp To Full-Time Location: Rogers, MN Employment Type: Full time, trial to hire!...

Warehouse Worker

  • Rogers, MN (23 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Rogers, MN (23 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 6 hours ago

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

Warehouse Worker in Bloomington, MN

  • Bloomington, MN (24 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Bloomington, MN (24 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 6 hours ago

What You'll Be Doing: Warehouse/Dock Work (50%) Load and unload arcade machines using a forklift or other material-handling tools Inspect the unloaded cargo condition Tally the unloaded cargo and input...

TPM Warehouse Associate

  • Shakopee, MN (14 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Shakopee, MN (14 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 10 hours ago

Work Conditions: Work is performed in a warehouse environment Dust associated with pallet operations Noise associated with pallet operations Some inclement weather exposure for outdoor duties PECO Pallet...

Warehouse Driver Associate

  • Shakopee, MN (14 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shakopee, MN (14 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 1 day ago

Perform pallet and product inspections for damage before release, ensuring good Quality assurance....

Material Handler - Warehouse

  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 1 day ago

handling equipment and powered industrial equipment, including Crown, Pacer, Reach Truck, Order Picker, Barrett, Turret Truck and Forklift Preferred Qualifications Previous warehouse, retail, or customer...

Warehouse Associate 1st Shift

  • Chaska, MN (7 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chaska, MN (7 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities Utilize a pallet jack for material handling. Execute labeling and kitting tasks within the warehouse....

Material Handler - Days or Nights!

  • Chanhassen, MN (10 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chanhassen, MN (10 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 2 days ago

handling section of paperwork for the return of materials to the warehouse Move processed material from workstations to the appropriate staging area Ensure the accurate repackaging of leftover materials...

Warehouse Worker

  • Brooklyn Park, MN (24 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brooklyn Park, MN (24 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 2 days ago

up to clear aisles of debris, stacks empty pallets from slots in aisle and return pallet jacks to charging area Physical Requirements Comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging...

Order Picker

  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 2 days ago

up to clear aisles of debris, stacks empty pallets from slots in aisle and return pallet jacks to charging area Physical Requirements Comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging...

Warehouse Associate

  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN (19 miles from Waconia, MN)
  • 3 days ago

Associate would need forklift experience as well as exposure to a handheld device. Duties would include putting away materials from receiving dock using a forklift as well as picking materials...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Waconia, MN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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