Forklift Operator Jobs in Lake View, 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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Warehouse Person (Loader)

  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

Works from Electronic order system or order sheets to build loads using a forklift and/or electronic pallet jack....

Warehouse Associate - Depew, NY

  • Depew, NY (16 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Depew, NY (16 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

Warehouse Associate - Depew, NY Depew, NY ( Description Whether you are just beginning your career or looking for a new opportunity with real growth potential, then a job with Green Mountain...

Warehouse Worker Stock Yards Buffalo, NY

  • Buffalo, NY (12 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY (12 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Sort, organize, repack, palletize, track, weight and break down various products to assist production as needed. Ship and receive product utilizing assigned material handling equipment....

Driver/Warehouse Associate

  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Discover your next career at Mygrant Glass! About Us: Mygrant Glass was established in 1926, we've journeyed from a single location in California to becoming the largest independent wholesale...

Warehouse Associate

  • Depew, NY (16 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Depew, NY (16 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Package Handler - BUF - Part-Time AM Shift

  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY (12 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Shifts Available to choose from: 4:00 am - 7:00 am, 5:00am - 8:00am The Airside Experience Associate helps to ensure safe and efficient operations by supporting the various needs of our business....

Shipping and Receiving Clerk - Now Hiring

  • Depew, NY (16 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Depew, NY (16 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Ready to gain new skills in a collaborative, fast-paced warehouse environment? If so, we've got shipping and receiving roles for you. You'll play a key role in day-to-day manufacturing operations,...

Forklift Operator - Sit Down - Now Hiring

  • Tonawanda, NY (19 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tonawanda, NY (19 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 1 day 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?...

Warehouse Associate, 2nd Shift

  • Depew, NY (16 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Depew, NY (16 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 2 days ago

This may include functions of receiving, picking, packing, shipping, staging, transporting, storage, delivery, etc....

Warehouse Order Selector 2nd Shift

  • Depew, NY (16 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Depew, NY (16 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Safely operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and order pickers. Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe and efficient warehouse environment....

Class A Driver/Warehouse Order Selector

  • Depew, NY (16 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Depew, NY (16 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Safely operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and order pickers. Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe and efficient warehouse environment....

Cooler Warehouse Associate

  • Buffalo, NY (12 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (12 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 4 days ago

As employees of a farmer-owned cooperative, we come to work every day trying to honor the tireless effort and care these farming families put in every day, all day, 365 days a year. Our...

Amazon Picker Packer - Immediate Hire

  • Hamburg, NY (5 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Hamburg, NY (5 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 5 days ago

inventory for delivery Use technology like smartphones and handheld devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets...

Overnight Stock Clerk Full Time

  • Buffalo, NY (12 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (12 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 6 days 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. BJ's Wholesale Club offers a...

Dock Worker/Forklift Operator - Full Time/2nd shift

  • Tonawanda, NY (19 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tonawanda, NY (19 miles from Lake View, NY)
  • 6 days ago

This role is vital to ensuring the safe, efficient loading and unloading of freight, as well as supporting overall warehouse and material handling operations....

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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 Lake View, NY

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Highest Education Level

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


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