Forklift Operator Jobs in Rochester, 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 Material Handler (215)

  • ABC Supply
  • Rochester, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 2 hours ago

In this role, you will receive materials, pull orders for walk-in customers, operate forklifts, and load products onto delivery trucks. ABC Supply is proud to be an employee-first company....

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Warehouse Associate I - Seasonal

  • White Cap Construction Supply
  • Rochester, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 14 hours ago

Job Summary Responsible for supporting warehouse operations by performing a variety of tasks including loading, unloading, order picking, shipping, and material handling....

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Warehouse Associate

  • IMPERIAL DADE
  • Rochester, NY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 15 hours ago

Fulfills customer orders by using pick tickets or an RF Scanner, efficiently building the pallet, and ensuring skids are brought to the correct locations/trucks....

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Dock Worker

  • Estes Express Lines
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago

Properly load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck or by hand Strap, brace and pad freight to prevent damage or shifting Responsible for accurately recording the condition of...

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Warehouse Associate

  • Irish Companies
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Type Full-time Description We are seeking a reliable Warehouse Associate who oversees the receipt, storage, and distribution of cylinders and related products within the warehouse; operates...

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Warehouse Picker Packer - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago

(medium lifting) skills: Build, wrap, sort pallets Packing & Labeling product according to specifications dress code: Shirts or t-shirts must have sleeves and be without any holes or rips....

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Shipping & Receiving Clerk

  • Progressive Machine & Design, LLC, Inc.,
  • Victor, NY (15 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Victor, NY (15 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Shipping & Receiving Clerk Victor, NY Shipping and Receiving Job Type Full-time Description JOB SUMMARY The Shipping and Receiving Clerk receives materials from both internal and external...

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Overnight Forklift Driver Full Time

  • BJ's
  • Henrietta, NY (7 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Henrietta, NY (7 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 2 days ago

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

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Warehouse Associate

  • Wegmans Food Markets
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago

or Manufacturing environment; Warehouse experience; Experience operating a pallet jack...

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Shipping & Receiving Clerk

  • Ralliant
  • Fairport, NY (10 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Fairport, NY (10 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 3 days ago

. * Operate material handling equipment: manual and powered pallet jacks, hand trucks, forklift, balers and scales. * Physical Demands: * Regularly exerting up to 20 lbs of force and occasionally up...

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Material Handler - Day shift

  • Avantor
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago

Transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment such as but not limited to fork trucks, cherry pickers, or pallet jacks....

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Material Handler - Inventory Control

  • Avantor
  • West Henrietta, NY (8 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • West Henrietta, NY (8 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment such as but not limited to fork trucks, cherry pickers, or pallet jacks....

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Warehouse Associate

  • Wegmans
  • Rochester, NY (4 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY (4 miles from Rochester, NY)
  • 3 days ago

jack, VoCollect headset and other computerized picking equipment and systems (training provided) Communicate effectively and timely with management and team in a fast-paced environment Work in and...

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Warehouse Order Picker Full Time 2nd Shift

  • Staples
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 3 days ago

12:00pm-8:30pm/Monday-Friday We offer pay for performance where associates can earn additional compensation if they meet certain productivity thresholds.* Join our Staples World Class Supply Chain...

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Sales Warehouser - Seasonal - Schedule B

  • Frito-Lay
  • Rochester, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 4 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...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Rochester, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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