Forklift Operator Jobs in Central Islip, 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 Stock Clerk Part Time

  • West Hempstead, NY (24 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • West Hempstead, NY (24 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 9 hours 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...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Hicksville, NY (17 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Hicksville, NY (17 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

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

Material Handler - Electric Pallet Jack

  • Brentwood, NY (2 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Brentwood, NY (2 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

Jack Operation Material Handling Moving Material Attention to Detail Time Management Palletizing Standing Lifting Qualifications Years of experience: 1 year Experience level: Experienced Randstad is...

Picker Packer

  • Melville, NY (10 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Melville, NY (10 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

A fast-paced warehouse distributor looking for motivated and dependable Picker/Packers to join our team. As a Picker/Packer, you’ll play a key role in preparing customer orders accurately and...

Material Handler

  • Melville, NY (10 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Melville, NY (10 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

handling experience The essential functions of this role include: manual lifting up to 50lbs standing for 8 hours at one time Skills Material Handling Qualifications Years of experience: 2 years Experience...

Seasonal Stock Associate

  • Woodbury, NY (14 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Woodbury, NY (14 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

Seasonal Stock Associate **Seasonal Stock Associate** **Values & Innovation** At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably,...

Overnight Stock Clerk Part Time

  • Westbury, NY (20 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Westbury, NY (20 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 18 hours 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...

PT Stock Associate - Aero #739 Woodbury

  • Woodbury, NY (14 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Woodbury, NY (14 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 21 hours 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,...

Warehouse Associate - Loading & Unloading

  • Melville, NY (10 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Melville, NY (10 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 21 hours ago

Key Responsibilities: Load and unload trucks by hand or using warehouse equipment (e.g., pallet jack or forklift) Sort, scan, and label incoming and outgoing shipments Move freight to proper storage...

Multiple Positions: Warehouse Work or Picker/Packer or QC/Tester

  • Westbury, NY (20 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westbury, NY (20 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago

This Job requires you to be able to be on time*** ***This Job requires a fast paced work environment*** ***This Job requires you to be able be able to figure out basic requirements on taught or...

Night Warehouse Associate - Union

  • Syosset, NY (16 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Syosset, NY (16 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Primary Responsibilities Assist in receiving dock operations by loading or unloading shipments Mechanically use a forklift, pallet jacks, or order- picker, using a full range of peripheral vision to...

Warehouse Picker Packer - Now Hiring

  • Commack, NY (5 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Commack, NY (5 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to learn new skills through a new job opportunity? If you're an order picker/packer who excels at hitting production goals, don't miss out on this opportunity! We're looking for reliable...

Warehouse Associate

  • East Moriches, NY (23 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Moriches, NY (23 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Ability to operate pallet jacks and other material handling equipment....

Inventory Clerk - Now Hiring

  • Medford, NY (12 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Medford, NY (12 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to apply your inventory experience in a new role? Do you enjoy working with a sense of urgency? Are you an ace at resolving issues? If any of those apply, you should apply for the roles we...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Levittown, NY (17 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Levittown, NY (17 miles from Central Islip, NY)
  • 1 day ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, youll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our sales floor stocked and preparing online orders to be shipped to customers homes. This includes...

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Forklift Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Forklift Operator Training
Forklifts are extensively used in warehouses, construction sites and distribution centres for lifting and moving heavy objects. This course will introduce you to forklift operation. Youll learn...
Forklift Operator Safety Training
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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Central Islip, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Central Islip, NY 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 Central Islip, NY
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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