Forklift Operator Jobs in Mount Kisco, 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 Associate

  • Mahopac, NY (12 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Mahopac, NY (12 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

Utilize an electric pallet jack to move items safely and efficiently. Collaborate with team members to maintain a clean and organized workspace. What's Needed?...

Material Handler- 1st Shift Line Leader

  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 4 hours ago

Assembling and reassembling pallet racks and shelves. Taking inventory counts. Job Requirements: Forklift certification. Knowledge of scales and weigh counts....

Warehouse Worker/Driver - LKSD Bethel, AK

  • Bethel, CT (21 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bethel, CT (21 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

Preferred Qualifications At least one year of experience which evidences a knowledge of purchasing, material handling, inventory, stocking, the shipping and receiving of perishable items, or of cleaning...

Warehouse Associate Loader

  • Hawthorne, NY (8 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Hawthorne, NY (8 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

Stages product on pallets, shrink wraps to prevent the loss, and loads pallets on trucks. Keeps work area clean to avoid potential accidents and to allow for rapid loading....

Sr Inventory Clerk, Ventus (Norwalk, CT - Onsite)

  • Norwalk, CT (15 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Norwalk, CT (15 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 13 hours ago

Ventus is an entity within Digi, a Business Unit that's an industry leader in IT networking innovations, leveraging technology to produce market-driving network solutions. Operating from over 20...

Warehouse Associate - Elmsford, NY

  • Elmsford, NY (11 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Elmsford, NY (11 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 14 hours ago

What you will do: Utilize customer tickets to pull orders accurately and timely. Accurately check and receive inbound products and confirm the shipment is consistent with the purchase order....

Stock Associate, UGG

  • Central Valley, NY (22 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Central Valley, NY (22 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 1 day ago

About UGG At UGG, a division Deckers Brands, we exist to transform the lives of our customers and each other by sharing our passion and love for UGG. Were driven by a clear mission: to bring the...

CDL Truck Driver& Warehouse Crew

  • Glen Cove, NY (23 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glen Cove, NY (23 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Must have experience to operate power pallet jack and lift gate....

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Blauvelt, NY (15 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Blauvelt, NY (15 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 1 day 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...

Stock Associate

  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Our Story Were J.Crew Factory, and we believe shopping should be fun. Our brand is built on creating timeless styles that last season after seasonwhile still making sure to stay in front of whats...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Norwalk, CT (15 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT (15 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 2 days 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...

Stock Associate

  • Central Valley, NY (22 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Central Valley, NY (22 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview The Stock Associate is responsible for receiving, unpacking, and preparing merchandise for the selling floor. They are also responsible for the organization, maintenance, and...

Bi Lingual (Spanish/English) Warehouse Packer- 2nd Shift

  • New Windsor, NY (24 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Windsor, NY (24 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Operate forklifts and pallet jacks as needed (experience preferred). Work in refrigerated temperatures while adhering to safety protocols. What's Needed?...

Warehouse Worker, Part-time

  • Hopewell Junction, NY (24 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hopewell Junction, NY (24 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 4 days ago

AVI Foodsystems is looking for an energetic and optimistic team member to immediately fill the role of Warehouse Worker, Part-time, in Hopewell Junction, NY. This position pays $18 per hour....

Warehouse Associate

  • Orangeburg, NY (16 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Orangeburg, NY (16 miles from Mount Kisco, NY)
  • 5 days ago

jacks and various other material handling aids - Load and shrink wrap pallets at ground level, or on carts - Load boxes onto pallets and load pallets onto trucks manually and with material handling...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Mount Kisco, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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