Forklift Operator Jobs in Sterling Forest, 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 Selector

  • Middletown, NY (20 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Middletown, NY (20 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 4 hours ago

Prior experience required; knowledge of using pallet jack, forklift and reach truck required Ability to work Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM....

Warehouse Worker - Package Handler

  • New Windsor, NY (22 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 15 hours ago
  • New Windsor, NY (22 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 15 hours ago

Warehouse Worker **UPS Quick Apply** Applying for this role online is quick and easy you could even get a job offer in 10 minutes! The steps are simple: 1) Provide some basic information to start...

Freight Handler Part-Time

  • Montgomery, NY (23 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Montgomery, NY (23 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 16 hours ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: * Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck. * Verify documentation matches freight...

Warehouse Associate

  • Parsippany, NJ (23 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (23 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Pulls orders accordingly to the sales order and recheck them to ensure accuracy. Prepares items for delivery to customer....

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

  • Fairfield, NJ (21 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (21 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Wed love to have you at our tablejoin us in reimagining home dining! Please check in through the shipping/receiving door upon arrival. About the Role As a Shipping and Receiving Clerk, you are...

Warehouse Worker/Driver Needed

  • Paterson, NJ (20 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Paterson, NJ (20 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago

WE ARE LOOKING FOR A PERSON TO WORK IN A WAREHOUSE. DUTIES TO INCLUDE PACKING ORDERS, LOADING A TRUCK AND A VAN, OCCASIONALLY DOING DELIVERIES, ORGANIZING AND CHECKING INVENTORY, MAKING SURE...

Material Handler/Warehouse

  • Paterson, NJ (20 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Paterson, NJ (20 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Material Handler/Warehouse help needed for commercial door, storefront and window manufacturer in Paterson, NJ. Reliable person needed to fill this full time, permanent position. Diversified...

Material Handler

  • Fairfield, NJ (21 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (21 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Fragrance Manufacturing Company Urgently Hiring Material Handlers as Soon as Possible in Fairfield, NJ!** _Please apply, and can start career opportunity within the same week as applying!_...

Warehouse Associate Part Time

  • Montgomery, NY (23 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, NY (23 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Schedule: 30 hours per week, starting at 3pm Branch location: 40 Leonards Dr, Montgomery, NY 12549 You may be working with f orklift and/or pallet jacks....

Driver CDL / Warehouse Associate

  • Montgomery, NY (23 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, NY (23 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

SC I Breakpack Order Picker 2nd Shift

  • Montgomery, NY (23 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, NY (23 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Customer** **Staples** **Skill Category** **Light Industrial** **About Customer** **Staples Inc. is an American office supply retail company headquartered in Framingham, Massachusetts.** **Founded...

MAYBROOK- Forklift Operator FT

  • Montgomery, NY (23 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Montgomery, NY (23 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 1 day ago

As a Forklift Operator, you will be tasked with moving all different types of freight safely in and out of enclosed trailers up to 53 long....

Material Handler/ Warehouse Worker Needed $18/hr

  • Blauvelt, NY (20 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Blauvelt, NY (20 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Operate hand trucks and pallet jacks safely. Utilize a proprietary computer system to track orders. Maintain a clean and organized work environment. What's Needed?...

Delivery-Driver & Warehouse(14ft box truck,van)

  • Haledon, NJ (17 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Haledon, NJ (17 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 2 days ago

I am looking for a person with experience driving a box truck in NYC including Manhattan. NYC parking rules knowledge is required. Job will consist of loading and unloading frozen bakery goods...

Overnight Stock Clerk Part Time

  • Riverdale, NJ (13 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Riverdale, NJ (13 miles from Sterling Forest, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Join our team of more than 34,000 team members, supporting our members and communities in our Club Support Center, 235+ clubs and eight distribution centers. BJs Wholesale Club offers a...

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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...
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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Sterling Forest, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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