Forklift Operator Jobs in Ledgewood, NJ

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

  • Pine Brook, NJ (16 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Pine Brook, NJ (16 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Comfortable using equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, RF scanners, and cherry pickers....

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Union, NJ (24 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Union, NJ (24 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Ready to explore new job opportunities as a sit down forklift operator? Do you have a strong safety record? A can-do mentality? A history of near-flawless attendance?...

Warehouse Packer Associate - Afternoon and Overnights (Northwest NJ)

  • Hackettstown, NJ (8 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Hackettstown, NJ (8 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

Pay Rate: $18.30 - $18.50 / hour Duties: + Perform tasks on the production line, such as packing products, stacking boxes and utilizing pallet jacks + Meet candy production targets by working efficiently...

Warehouse Material Handler (457)

  • Plainfield, NJ (21 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainfield, NJ (21 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

In this role, you will receive materials, pull orders for walk-in customers, operate forklifts, and load products onto delivery trucks. ABC Supply is proud to be an employee-first company....

Warehouse Associate

  • Flanders, NJ (2 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Flanders, NJ (2 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

cartons by store number or SKU # Packing Heavy lifting Material Handling Follow quality service standards and comply with procedures, rules, and regulations ALS#HP Shift: Sunday- Saturday Start time...

BILINGUAL ( Spanish And English ONLY) SIT-DOWN FORKLIFT OPERATORS NEEDED ON 1'ST SHIFT>Weekly Pay!

  • Plainfield, NJ (21 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Plainfield, NJ (21 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Hiring for Forklift Operators in Hillsborough Township, NJ- Must have a minimum of 1 year experience as a sit-down forklift operator and a stable work history!...

Material Handler Stockroom

  • Wayne, NJ (22 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ (22 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

View Job MATERIAL HANDLER STOCKROOM Save to Inbox Email Share Full Time BAE Systems Wayne NJ 07470-6009 USA Posted 07/04/2025 Job Description back to top Job Description COORDINATES THE FLOW OF...

Warehouse Associate

  • Montville, NJ (15 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Montville, NJ (15 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Pulls orders accordingly to the sales order and recheck them to ensure accuracy. Prepares items for delivery to customer....

Warehouse Associate

  • Parsippany, NJ (13 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (13 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Pulls orders accordingly to the sales order and recheck them to ensure accuracy. Prepares items for delivery to customer....

Material Handler

  • Fairfield, NJ (19 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (19 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Fragrance Manufacturing Company Urgently Hiring Material Handlers as Soon as Possible in Fairfield, NJ! Please apply, and can start career opportunity within the same week as applying! Location:...

Lead Material Handler, CAR T Warehouse Operations

  • Summit, NJ (19 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Summit, NJ (19 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Records material handling/warehouse operations data and information in a clear, concise, format according to proper cGxP requirements....

Forklift Operator- 1st shift

  • Clinton, NJ (20 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Clinton, NJ (20 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 8 days ago

shipments Measure and weigh shipments Manually shrink wrap pallets Accurately picking, pulling and packing distribution orders Make sure all cargo, security and safety rules are observed and followed...

Overnight Stock Clerk Part Time

  • Riverdale, NJ (19 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 8 days ago
  • Riverdale, NJ (19 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 8 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...

Seasonal Warehouse Associate

  • Pine Brook, NJ (16 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 11 days ago
  • Pine Brook, NJ (16 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 11 days ago

Job Duties/Responsibilities: The purpose of this job is to perform general warehouse duties ensuring timely receipt and delivery of product. This position is seasonal and expected to be needed...

Warehouse Order Selector

  • Plainfield, NJ (21 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 12 days ago
  • Plainfield, NJ (21 miles from Ledgewood, NJ)
  • 12 days ago

Properly operate an electric pallet jack (2-pallet length) to proceed to correct slot location, and transport product to dock area for staging. Handle products with the necessary care....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Ledgewood, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Ledgewood, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Bachelor's Degree
17.0%
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 Ledgewood, NJ
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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