Forklift Operator Jobs in Newburgh, 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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Freight Handler/ Forklift Operator- Part Time

  • Forward Air
  • Rock Tavern, NY (6 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rock Tavern, NY (6 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Position: Cargo Handler/ Forklift Operator- Part Time Compensation: 19.60 per hour w/ $1.50 shift differential Schedule: 3 openings, 2 shifts ~ (1) Monday-Friday 4pm-10pm ~ (2) Tuesday- Saturday 12am...

In Person Part Time

Dockworker Outbound

  • A Duie Pyle
  • Newburgh, NY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Newburgh, NY
  • 6 hours ago

Dockworker qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, preferred Previous experience operating a forklift or other material handling equipment, preferred Prior experience in warehousing, freight...

In Person Part Time

Overnight Forklift Driver Full Time

  • BJ's
  • Wappingers Falls, NY (8 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Wappingers Falls, NY (8 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 7 hours ago

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

In Person Full Time

Warehouse worker, fill in driver

  • Newburgh, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Newburgh, NY
  • 1 day ago

Seeking warehouse worker to stack 40lb boxes of bananas, load trucks and perform general maintenance of warehouse. Must be prompt and honest. Hours are from 6:30 AM until noon Monday through...

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Dockworker Full-Time, TForce Freight - $27.70/ Hr

  • TForce Freight
  • Montgomery, NY (10 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, NY (10 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Strong organizational and time managements skills Forklift operator certification Customer focused & team-oriented work ethic Safety focused 18 years of age...

In Person Full Time

CDL/ Warehouse Associate

  • Mondelez International
  • Montgomery, NY (10 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, NY (10 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Ensure compliance with procedures and regular safety checks of your equipment(tractor, trailer, pallet jack, etc.) to always guarantee safety....

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Sales Warehouser - Part-Time

  • Frito Lay
  • New Paltz, NY (15 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Paltz, NY (15 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 2 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...

In Person Part Time

Warehouse Selector

  • Capstone Logistics LLC
  • Montgomery, NY (10 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Montgomery, NY (10 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 2 days ago

by site leadership Use of VoCollect, RF Scan-guns or reading manual tickets What Success Looks like: 2+ years experience with ride-on electric pallet jack High-energy individual with a strong work...

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Forklift Driver -2nd Shift

  • CI \u2013 The Manufacturing Career HUB
  • New Paltz, NY (15 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Paltz, NY (15 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Viking Packaging is looking to fill an open Forklift Operator position in New Paltz, NY....

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Material Handler

  • NFI Industries
  • Newburgh, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Manually or using hand truck performs various material handling duties in the facility. Manually loads finished product on pallet or hand truck....

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Material Handler

  • Lyneer Staffing Solutions
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (12 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (12 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 4 days ago

handling experience preferred; training will be provided Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely and repeatedly throughout the shift Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn Reliable, punctual...

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Test Technician/warehouse (I.T. skills)

  • Manpower
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (12 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Poughkeepsie, NY (12 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Our client, a leading player in the technology sector, is seeking an Entry Level I.T. Tech Role (Test Tech) to join their team. As a Test Technician, you will be part of the technical support...

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Forklift Driver

  • ProAmpac
  • Walden, NY (7 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Walden, NY (7 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 5 days ago

labeling and pallets....

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Forklift Operator

  • Manpower
  • Newburgh, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Newburgh, NY
  • 5 days ago

As a Forklift Operator, you will be part of the warehouse operations supporting the logistics and packaging departments....

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Warehouse Worker

  • The EXCHANGE
  • West Point, NY (10 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • West Point, NY (10 miles from Newburgh, NY)
  • 6 days ago

H-... Warehouse Worker United States - New York - West Point/US Military Academy Regular Part Time Job Description Under designated supervision, performs a variety of clerical and manual duties...

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Forklift Operator Safety: Forklift Inspection
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Forklift Operator Safety: Forklift Maintenance
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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Newburgh, NY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Forklift Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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