Forklift Operator Jobs in Owego, 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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Case Picker Starting Rate $18 +/hr

  • Waverly, NY (13 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Waverly, NY (13 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Gather the required cases of merchandise and transfer cases to pallets or conveyers using safe lifting techniques....

CDL A Yard Switcher

  • Binghamton, NY (20 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Binghamton, NY (20 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 9 hours ago

NRS, our parent company for Keystone Freight Corp (KFC) is a leading provider of transportation logistics services, and a family-owned and operated company that has been providing smart logistics...

Freight Handler

  • Conklin, NY (24 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Conklin, NY (24 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 10 hours ago

Provides clerical/administrative support through generating and maintaining forms, reports, and logs via computerized management software; performing weekly inventory; tracking financial...

Material Handler 1st Shift

  • Binghamton, NY (20 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY (20 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Essential Skills Material handling and general labor experience. Proficiency in operating forklifts and handling materials in a manufacturing setting....

Forklift Driver/Operator

  • Nichols, NY (6 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Nichols, NY (6 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 5 days ago

or other forklift operations when necessary Follows all SOP's (standard operating procedures) and communicates with proper personnel as concerns or issues arise Assist Quality Assurance in locating pallets...

Material Handler S07, Cornell Retail Services

  • Ithaca, NY (24 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Ithaca, NY (24 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Required Qualifications: High school education or equivalent. 45 years of related warehouse and shipping/receiving or material handling experience....

Package Handler

  • Binghamton, NY (20 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 8 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY (20 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 8 days ago

We are hiring Warehouse Workers / Package Handlers for our Binghamton, NY location. Applying is quick and easy - talk to a recruiter today and you could start within the week! Address: 101 Lester...

Forklift Operator

  • Waverly, NY (13 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Waverly, NY (13 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 9 days ago

The Forklift Operator will play a key role in warehouse operations, ensuring timely and accurate material handling....

Yard Driver - 2nd Shift

  • Conklin, NY (24 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 9 days ago
  • Conklin, NY (24 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 9 days ago

Apply today to learn more about joining our team! Pay: $18 - $21/hr DOE Shift: Tuesday - Saturday - 4PM - 12:30AM Move trailers to and from dock doors based on instructions from supervisors or the...

Shipping/Receiving Clerk

  • Elmira, NY (23 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Elmira, NY (23 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 15 days ago

Nesco Resource is partnering with a renowned Metal Parts Manufacturer, a leader in the Transportation Industry since 1929. We value diversity through teamwork, respect, communication, and...

Distribution Warehouse Associate

  • Binghamton, NY (20 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 15 days ago
  • Binghamton, NY (20 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 15 days ago

Safe operation of all material handling equipment, including pallet jacks, forklifts, etc. Receive merchandise and stock shelves. Assists with inventory procedures as requested....

Loading/Unloading Forklift Operator

  • Owego, NY
  • 15 days ago
  • Owego, NY
  • 15 days ago

Today we operate over 9 galvanizing plants in the U.S., featuring exceptional service to small fabricators as well as companies known worldwide.We have an open position for Forklift Operator at V&S...

Dock Worker / Forklift Operator, Part-Time

  • Elmira, NY (23 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 16 days ago
  • Elmira, NY (23 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 16 days ago

Move cargo, drive a forklift or use a pallet jack or other freight handling equipment. Equipment - Preventive Maintenance Program for all ABF equipment....

Rx Stock Handler,Distribution

  • Waverly, NY (13 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 23 days ago
  • Waverly, NY (13 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 23 days ago

At CVS Health, were building a world of health around every consumer and surrounding ourselves with dedicated colleagues who are passionate about transforming health care. As the nations leading...

Material Handler - Conklin

  • Conklin, NY (24 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 24 days ago
  • Conklin, NY (24 miles from Owego, NY)
  • 24 days ago

Complete the correct material handling movements of raw material, work in process, finished goods & recyclable components within the plant, ensuring complete accuracy of transactions and zero damage...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Owego, NY

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Highest Education Level

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


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