Forklift Operator Jobs in Princeton, 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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2nd Shift Material Handler

  • Alro Steel Corp
  • Morrisville, PA (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 23 days ago
  • Morrisville, PA (14 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 23 days ago

Overview Alro Steel, a family-owned company, is currently seeking 2nd Shift Material Handlers to join our team in Morrisville, PA. If you are a team player that is, dependable, safety conscious...

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CDL A Yard Jockey

  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Perth Amboy, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

directed by Router or Warehouse Supervisor Load, unload, or merge loads between environments Stage shuttle trailers nightly for shuttle drivers Set up trailers for backhaul with tractor and empty pallets...

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Warehouse Associate General Labor

  • Wayfair
  • Cranbury, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cranbury, NJ (7 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

What Youll Do (Core Responsibilities) This role requires a team player who is willing to move between departments (such as Receiving, Picking, Packing, Shipping, and Returns) based on operational needs...

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Forklift Operator - Pallet Jack - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Warminster, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Warminster, PA (24 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

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

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Material Handler Forklift

  • WestRock
  • Plainfield, NJ (20 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Plainfield, NJ (20 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

The position involves lifting up to 50 pounds and operating material handling equipment in a warehouse environment....

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Warehouse Associate - Day Time Receiving (DTR)

  • Grainger
  • New Egypt, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • New Egypt, NJ (22 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Able to do continuous lifting up to 75 pounds and be able to operate warehouse vehicles and material handling equipment....

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Forklift Operator

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Monroe Township, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Monroe Township, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago

Hand-stacks product from partial pallets onto full pallets of product. For additional information about pay ranges, click here....

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Warehouse/Factory Picker Packer 7:15pm-7:15am Weekends

  • Manpower
  • Hillsborough, NJ (8 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Hillsborough, NJ (8 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Light Industrial Warehouse $21.11/hr Our client in (Hillsboroughm NJ) is looking for hardworking, motivated talent to join their team. Dont wait apply today! What's in it for you? Payrate...

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PH - Switcher PT-2

  • FedEx
  • Fairless Hills, PA (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairless Hills, PA (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for the movement of trailers to and from the unload / load doors and throughout the yard. May also be responsible for the physical loading, unloading and/or sorting of packages by...

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PH - Switcher PT-3

  • FedEx
  • Fairless Hills, PA (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairless Hills, PA (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for the movement of trailers to and from the unload / load doors and throughout the yard. May also be responsible for the physical loading, unloading and/or sorting of packages by...

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PH - Switcher PT

  • FedEx
  • Fairless Hills, PA (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairless Hills, PA (16 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for the movement of trailers to and from the unload / load doors and throughout the yard. May also be responsible for the physical loading, unloading and/or sorting of packages by...

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Lead Material Handler

  • East Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ (13 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency in materials handling, inventory management, and logistics workflows....

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Warehouse Associates - 2nd shift

  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

NOW HIRING Warehouse Associates Weekly Pay! Location: Bristol, PA Pay: $16.50/hr Shift: 2nd Shift | MondayFriday | 4:00 PM 12:30 AM Join a Leading Cosmetics Manufacturer! Manpower is now hiring...

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Heavy Duty Stockroom Associate

  • Genuine Parts Company
  • South Plainfield, NJ (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (18 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Perform daily inspections of appropriate motorized and manual equipment which includes lift gate, pallet jack and hand truck, radio frequency scanners and printers....

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Warehouse Specialist

  • Sunrun Inc.
  • Somerset, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerset, NJ (11 miles from Princeton, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

At Sunrun, we're on a mission to change the way the world interacts with energy, and we're building a company and brand that puts power at the center of life. To do it, we're designing a dynamic...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Princeton, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Princeton, NJ offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.2%
Bachelor's Degree
17.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.7%
Master's Degree
4.0%
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 Princeton, NJ
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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