Forklift Operator Jobs in Salem, 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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Wharehouse Associate

  • New Castle, DE (10 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 13 days ago
  • New Castle, DE (10 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 13 days ago

Job Responsibilities: Picking & Packing orders accurately and efficiently. Unloading of trucks. Scanning in receipts of inbound freight. Operating Pallet Jack to move inventory....

Warehouse Worker - Bagel Picking - Day Shift

  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Position: Bagel Picking Schedules Available: Sunday-Wednesday 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM Wage: $20.32 per hour Responsibilities of this role: Picking/packing bagel orders....

Warehouse Worker - Breadline - Day Shift

  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Position: Breadline Schedule: Sunday to Wednesday 8:00 AM to 6:30PM Wage: $19.25 per hour Responsibilities of this role: Picking/packing bread orders Operations runs on an assembly line pick process...

Warehouse Worker - Packer - Day Shift

  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Penske Logistics is looking for warehouse associates to become part of an excellent team. This is a great opportunity for individuals who are safety conscious and have a pleasant, outgoing...

Warehouse Associate - Entry Level

  • Wilmington, DE (13 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Wilmington, DE (13 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 4 hours ago

Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets and packages. Use technology like RF devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders....

Envirosafe - Warehouse Associate/Plumbing Apprentice

  • Pittsgrove, NJ (13 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Pittsgrove, NJ (13 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Compensation Details: $15.50 - $17.00 per hour Job Description: Who we are: Envirosafe is now an Ace Hardware Company. At Ace Hardware Home Services, we are backed by a brand that customers have...

Warehouse Associate (Full-Time, Nights)

  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago

Ability to operate or willingness to learn material handling equipment (pallet jacks, cherry/order pickers, reach trucks, forklifts) as needed....

Package Handler (Warehouse like)

  • New Castle, DE (10 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago
  • New Castle, DE (10 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 17 hours ago

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Come for a job and stay for a career! Federal Express Corporation (FEC) is part of the rapidly growing warehouse and transportation sector that helps keep America, and our...

Warehouse Technician

  • Bear, DE (14 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bear, DE (14 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

Complete inventory transactions within Operating Clean and organize warehouse to Numotion Waste management - break down of boxes, removing pallets, Sanitize and maintain fleet (rental, demo, loaner)...

Sr. Warehouse Associate

  • Carneys Point, NJ (12 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Carneys Point, NJ (12 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Associate, you are responsible for material handling including inbound, outbound, inventory, and repackaging activities....

Service Assistant III - Materials Picker - 6:30a - 3:00p

  • New Castle, DE (10 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Castle, DE (10 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Do you want to work at one of the Top 100 Hospitals in the nation? We are guided by our values of Love and Excellence and are passionate about delivering health, not just health care....

Warehouse Associate

  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Example equipment in the facility includes order picker (cherry picker), pacer/ counterbalance, reach truck, pallet jack, and walkie rider....

Shipping / Receiving Clerk

  • Bridgeport, NJ (19 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgeport, NJ (19 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Role Summary: As a Shipping / Receiving Clerk, you will ensure the on-time flow of goods and materials from Receiving into inventory, and from our Manufacturing to our customers. You will provide...

Warehouse Order Selector

  • Elkton, MD (23 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elkton, MD (23 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

Warehouse Associate

  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Swedesboro, NJ (16 miles from Salem, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Use material handling equipment to support daily tasks. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. Replenish workstations with necessary supplies and materials....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Salem, NJ

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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