Forklift Operator Jobs in Ronkonkoma, 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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maharam

Shipping and Receiving Clerk/Order Processor

  • maharam
  • Yaphank, NY (13 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • maharam
  • Yaphank, NY (13 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Why join us? If you're looking for a fulfilling manufacturing career, you've come to the right place. At Maharam, we're searching for dedicated manufacturing talent to support our business growth....

Driver/Warehouse

  • Huntington Station, NY (9 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Huntington Station, NY (9 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 3 hours ago

BENEFITS/OT/RETIREMENT PLAN START IMMEDIATELY NO CDL REQUIRED MUST HAVE CLEAN LICENSE

Warehouse Associate

  • Patchogue, NY (15 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Patchogue, NY (15 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 8 hours ago

Our Warehouse Associates are an important part to distributing our products. We are seeking a warehouse person to work in a safe environment with positive people. The Warehouse person will...

Warehouse worker

  • Westbury, NY (21 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Westbury, NY (21 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 17 hours ago

Job description: Putting away pallets of drink and snacks. Organizing cardboard, throwing them in our bin....

Warehouse Attendant (Full Time)

  • Melville, NY (12 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Melville, NY (12 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves; conveys orders to packing station or shipping department. Marks materials with identifying information....

Warehouse Cherry Picker - Now Hiring

  • Hauppauge, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Hauppauge, NY
  • 1 day ago

If you're a detail-oriented stand-up clamp forklift operator with an impeccable safety record, excellent balance and no trouble staying focused, this could be your next career move....

Warehouse Loader Unloader - Now Hiring

  • Deer Park, NY (8 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Deer Park, NY (8 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago

As a warehouse loader/unloader, you'll be crucial in handling freightloading it onto trucks and unloading it when it arrives. We're looking for someone detail-oriented, dedicated, and looking for...

Sit-Down Forklift Operator

  • Medford, NY (10 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Medford, NY (10 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 1 day ago

We are currently seeking experienced Sit-Down Forklift Operators to join our warehouse team....

Warehouse Associate

  • Mineola, NY (24 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mineola, NY (24 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 2 days ago

We are hiring Warehouse Workers / Package Handlers for our Mineola, NY location. Applying is quick and easy - talk to a recruiter today and you could start within the week! Address: 235 E 2nd St,...

Warehouse Clerk

  • Syosset, NY (17 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Syosset, NY (17 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 3 days ago

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patients mobility is enhanced by...

Warehouse Driver

  • Syosset, NY (17 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Syosset, NY (17 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 3 days ago

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patients mobility is enhanced by...

Warehouse Order Puller - Now Hiring

  • Freeport, NY (23 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Freeport, NY (23 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Ready to dive into a role that keeps you active and engaged? Apply now to join us as an order puller in our warehouse operations. Your job will involve pulling and labeling orders and putting them...

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Levittown, NY (18 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Levittown, NY (18 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 3 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...

Warehouse associate

  • Deer Park, NY (8 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Deer Park, NY (8 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 4 days ago

We are a paper and janitorial supplier to the Tri-State area looking for a Full-time Warehouse Associate able to work morning, afternoon and/or evening shifts. Located in Deer Park, NY. Job...

Full Time Forklift Driver /warehouse worker needed! Ready To Relocate

  • Farmingdale, NY (14 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Farmingdale, NY (14 miles from Ronkonkoma, NY)
  • 4 days ago

Full Time Forklift Driver /warehouse worker needed! (FARMINGDALE NY) ULTRA STONES 55 CENTRAL DR MUST BE READY TO RELOCATE - PENNSYLVANIA compensation: DOE employment type: full-time + Overtime job...

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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 Ronkonkoma, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Ronkonkoma, NY offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.6%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
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 Ronkonkoma, NY
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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