Forklift Operator Jobs in Rockaway, 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

  • Parsippany, NJ (8 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (8 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

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

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

  • Fairfield, NJ (11 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (11 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Wed love to have you at our tablejoin us in reimagining home dining! Please check in through the shipping/receiving door upon arrival. About the Role As a Shipping and Receiving Clerk, you are...

Warehouse Worker/Driver Needed

  • Paterson, NJ (16 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Paterson, NJ (16 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A PERSON TO WORK IN A WAREHOUSE. DUTIES TO INCLUDE PACKING ORDERS, LOADING A TRUCK AND A VAN, OCCASIONALLY DOING DELIVERIES, ORGANIZING AND CHECKING INVENTORY, MAKING SURE...

Material Handler/Warehouse

  • Paterson, NJ (16 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Paterson, NJ (16 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 9 hours ago

Material Handler/Warehouse help needed for commercial door, storefront and window manufacturer in Paterson, NJ. Reliable person needed to fill this full time, permanent position. Diversified...

Material Handler

  • Fairfield, NJ (11 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (11 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 13 hours 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!_...

Handler Warehouse - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Moonachie, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Moonachie, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Job Duties Provides movement of packages, documents, dangerous goods and/or supply support in a timely, safe and efficient manner through effective scan/load methods. This is a non-driving...

Material Handler

  • Rutherford, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rutherford, NJ (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

This role delivers directly to the work centers and will utilize both a fork truck and pallet jack....

Lead Material Handler, CAR T Warehouse Operations

  • Summit, NJ (18 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Summit, NJ (18 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

Delivery-Driver & Warehouse(14ft box truck,van)

  • Haledon, NJ (15 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Haledon, NJ (15 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

I am looking for a person with experience driving a box truck in NYC including Manhattan. NYC parking rules knowledge is required. Job will consist of loading and unloading frozen bakery goods...

Overnight Stock Clerk Part Time

  • Riverdale, NJ (9 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Riverdale, NJ (9 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 1 day 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...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Montclair, NJ (17 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ (17 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

29-Jun-2025 Retail Warehouse Associate Part time Occasional-Seasonal (Seasonal) Job Description As a Retail Warehouse Associate, you'll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our...

Pool Store stock/clerk person

  • Sloatsburg, NY (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Sloatsburg, NY (22 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

un Pool Store stock/clerk person (Sloatsburg, NY) 110 Route 17 near 17 compensation: $17.00 employment type: experience level: no experience required job title: Stock/Clerk We are seeking a part...

BILINGUAL SIT-DOWN FORKLIFT OPERATORS NEEDED ON 1ST SHIFT>Weekly Pay!

  • North Plainfield, NJ (23 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • North Plainfield, NJ (23 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days 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

  • South Hackensack, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • South Hackensack, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

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Forklift Operator PT

  • Kearny, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kearny, NJ (24 miles from Rockaway, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Part-Time, Monday - Friday, Various Shifts PTO available after the first 90 calendar days of employment Come and experience the difference with R+L Carriers Forklift Operator/Freight Handler, Starting...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Rockaway, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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