Forklift Operator Jobs in Albuquerque, NM

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

  • AppleOne
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 hour ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 1 hour ago

Role: Warehouse Associate Pay: $21/hr Assignment: 6 months Location: Albuquerque, NM Schedule: MondayFriday, 7:30 AM 4:00 PM (30-minute unpaid lunch) What you'll do: Pull and prepare orders for...

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Forklift Operator

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 12 hours ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 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 Associate

  • VOLT
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 2 days ago

Achieve more with Volt Volt is immediately hiring for Forklift Operator in Albuquerque, NM. As a Forklift Operator, you will: Pull and prepare orders for shipment....

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Fresh Room Picker/Packer

  • Santa Monica Seafood
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago

Operates various pieces of equipment (Bendi, Dolly Loader, Pallet Wrapper, Forklift) Reports any mechanical problems. Maintains a clean, sanitary and safe work area. Completes daily checklists....

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Warehouse Selector

  • Quality Custom Distribution
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago

In This Role You'll: Safely operate material handling equipment: need 2yrs of experience using Electric Pallet Jack Inspect incoming/outgoing shipments and verify accuracy of orders and product quality...

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Material Handler

  • Goodwill Industries of New Mexico
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 3 days ago

Operates material handling equipment (baler, forklift, pallet jack, compactors etc)....

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Compressed Schedule Warehouse Associate

  • Aerotek
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 days ago

You will regularly use tablets, computers, RF scanners, pallet jacks, and forklifts in a structured, team-oriented setting....

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Sales Warehouser - Part-Time - B

  • Frito-Lay
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 4 days ago

Here is a list of some of the more frequent tasks you could expect to perform during the workday: Load and unload pallets and individual cases to and from trailers Pick appropriate cases according to...

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Sales Warehouser - Part-Time - A

  • Frito Lay
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago

Here is a list of some of the more frequent tasks you could expect to perform during the workday: Load and unload pallets and individual cases to and from trailers Pick appropriate cases according to...

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Material Handler

  • WGNSTAR
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 5 days ago

handling experience Technical Certificate or Associate's Degree preferred....

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Warehouse Laborer (FT)

  • Admiral Beverage Corporation
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 6 days ago

Loads and unloads materials onto or from trucks, pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand, forklift, hand truck and/or electric pallet jack, as appropriate....

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Warehouse Worker Full-Time

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 6 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking a reliable warehouse worker to support production and warehousing operations, including cushion assembly, operating a die-cutting machine, applying dacron to foam, product...

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Forklift Operator - Days

  • Performance Food Group
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 7 days ago

As a Forklift Operator, Non Formula, you will operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, reach truck, etc....

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U-Box Warehouse Worker

  • U-Haul
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 8 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 8 days ago

Location: 2201-6th NW, Albuquerque, New Mexico 87102 United States of America U-Haul is looking for friendly, energetic and motivated individuals who enjoy interacting with customers and take...

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Warehouse Associate

  • Specialty Dealer Accessory Services
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 8 days ago
  • Albuquerque, NM
  • 8 days ago

un Warehouse Associate (Albuquerque) Specialty Dealer Accessory Services 3700 Osuna rd ne 87109 suite 727 compensation: hourly pay based on experience employment type: experience level: mid level...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Albuquerque, NM

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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