Forklift Operator Jobs in Canandaigua, NY

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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Overnight Forklift Driver Full Time

  • Henrietta, NY (21 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Henrietta, NY (21 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

Utilizes a pallet jack as needed. Stocks, rotates, and stores general merchandise and food merchandise. Ensures that merchandise is fully stocked....

Material Handler

  • Geneseo, NY (23 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Geneseo, NY (23 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Perform shipping and/or receiving functions to properly load product onto correct material movement device (cart, truck, pallet). Keep a neat and orderly workstation....

Material Handler

  • Fairport, NY (19 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fairport, NY (19 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Material Handler Industrial & Manufacturing $ 21 / Hour location_on Fairport, New York work_outline Contract/Temporary favorite_border JOB ON CANDIDATE PORTAL COPY LINK link Adecco is seeking a...

Packer

  • Victor, NY (11 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Victor, NY (11 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 3 days ago

We are a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products for the production and warehouse/distribution sectors....

Material Handler

  • Victor, NY (11 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Victor, NY (11 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 3 days ago

We are a manufacturer of material handling and fall protection products for the production and warehouse/distribution sectors....

Warehouse Associate

  • Wayland, NY (22 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wayland, NY (22 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Operate materials handling equipment with proper training. + Store items in an orderly and accessible manner in warehouses, supply rooms, or other areas....

Warehouse Worker Part-time

  • Rochester, NY (24 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY (24 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 3 days ago

jack, VoCollect headset and other computerized picking equipment and systems (training provided) Communicate effectively and timely with management and team in a fast-paced environment Work in and...

Distribution Associate - Inbound (2nd Shift)

  • Henrietta, NY (21 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Henrietta, NY (21 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Performs materials handling activities to include but not limited to the delivery of various goods and materials to ensure inter-departmental request/needs are fulfilled as necessary....

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Lakeville, NY (19 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lakeville, NY (19 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a sit down forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad....

Distribution Associate - International (1st Shift)

  • Henrietta, NY (21 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Henrietta, NY (21 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Incumbents will utilize material handling equipment as primary means of fulfilling orders such as Carousel, List Picking via RF Scanners, Manual Picking, Pallet Jacks, Man-ups, and Fork trucks....

Warehouse Associate

  • Manchester, NY (10 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Manchester, NY (10 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 6 days ago

At Kelly Professional & Industrial, were seeking Warehouse Associates to work at a cutting-edge glass fabrication company in Manchester, NY. With us, its all about finding the right opportunity...

Material Handler- Runner

  • Henrietta, NY (21 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Henrietta, NY (21 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 6 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Material Handling & Processing Transport products between workstations in coordination with forklift operators to maintain workflow efficiency Load and manage...

Warehouse Associate

  • Manchester, NY (10 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Manchester, NY (10 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 6 days ago

At Kelly Professional & Industrial, were seeking Warehouse Associates to work at a cutting-edge glass fabrication company in Manchester, NY. With us, its all about finding the right opportunity...

Material Handler Aerosol, 3rd shift

  • Geneva, NY (16 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Geneva, NY (16 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 9 days ago

About this position At Henkel, you'll be part of an organization that's shaping the future through innovation, sustainability and collaboration. With our trusted brands like Persil, 'all, Loctite,...

PT Stock Associate - Eastview Mall 57

  • Victor, NY (11 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Victor, NY (11 miles from Canandaigua, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Overview Our Stock Associates will control the flow of merchandise from our stock room to the retail sales floor. They will also be responsible for receiving, unpacking, organizing, storing,...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Canandaigua, NY

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Canandaigua, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
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 Canandaigua, NY
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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