Forklift Operator Jobs in Syracuse, 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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Forklift Operator - Part-Time

  • XPO Inc.
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 10 hours ago

What you'll need to succeed as a Forklift Operator at XPO Get a feel for the role. Watch this short video to see a day-in-the-life on an XPO dock....

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Cooler Warehouse Operator - Nights (N2 - 6pm-630am)

  • Byrne Dairy
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 10 hours ago
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 10 hours ago

Key Responsibilities Operate palletizing equipment including pallet wrappers and attached conveyor lines while supplying pallets, slip sheets, and tie sheets as needed to maintain continuous production...

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Full-Time Warehouse Associate (Inbound)

  • Aldi
  • Tully, NY (16 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Tully, NY (16 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 22 hours ago

Physical Requirements: Frequently (Outbound) or occasionally (Inbound) required to lift and place product weighing up to 45 pounds on pallets at various heights....

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1st Shift Material Handler: K

  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Long Term Temp Position: 1 st Shift Material Attendant Staffworks has partnered with a manufacturer located in East Syracuse, NY to find material handler to become a vital part of their team and...

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Forklift Operator- 1st shift

  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Long Term Temp Position: First Shift Forklift Operator Schedule: Monday Friday 6:00am until 2:30pm, with required overtime....

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Warehouse Associates

  • Remedy Intelligent Staffing
  • Fulton, NY (22 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fulton, NY (22 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 1 day ago

IMMEDIATE 1st shift openings for warehouse associates in Fulton, NY!!! No experience needed. We are looking for energetic and self-motivated individuals with a great attitude and excellent...

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Forklift Operators

  • Remedy Intelligent Staffing
  • Preble, NY (19 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Preble, NY (19 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Immediate openings for 1st and 2nd shift Forklift Operators in Preble, NY!!! Associates must be able to train on 1st shift....

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Warehouse Associate

  • 84 Lumber Company
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Syracuse, NY (6 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 1 day ago

The full-time Warehouse Associate will act as a material handler and forklift operator to build loads for deliveries while maintaining a safe, clean and well-organized warehouse....

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Warehouse Associate - Washroom Operator - 3rd Shift

  • Cintas
  • Liverpool, NY (4 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Liverpool, NY (4 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Requisition Number: 227045 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate Washroom Operator to support the Rental Division. The Washroom Operator is responsible for safely and accurately...

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Warehouse Associate

  • Atlantix Global Systems, LLC.
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 2 days ago

Pull orders as required for other departments. Maintain a high level of quality as set forth by CXtec s ISO procedures. Assist in various departments as needed or directed....

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Warehouse Unloader

  • G&C Foods
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 3 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 3 days ago

jack, unload trailers, break down products according to business needs, and prepare products for shipment....

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Material Handler (Fork Truck Driver) - 1st Shift

  • Eaton Corporation
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 4 days ago

Eaton's ES GEIS CHD division is currently seeking a Material Handler (Fork Truck Driver) - 1st Shift at our location in Syracuse, NY. The hourly rate for this position is $19.77 per hour. The core...

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Full-Time Warehouse Associate (Outbound)

  • ALDI
  • Homer, NY (22 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Homer, NY (22 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 5 days ago

Physical Requirements: Frequently (Outbound) or occasionally (Inbound) required to lift and place product weighing up to 45 pounds on pallets at various heights....

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Shipping and Receiving Clerk (Split Shift)

  • TTM Technologies
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 5 days ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 5 days ago

TTM Technologies, Inc. Publicly Traded US Company, NASDAQ (TTMI) Top-5 Global Printed Circuit Board Manufacturer About TTM TTM Technologies, Inc. is a leading global manufacturer of technology...

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Inventory Clerk

  • D&W Diesel
  • Auburn, NY (23 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Auburn, NY (23 miles from Syracuse, NY)
  • 5 days ago

D&W is looking for an Inventory Clerk for our Corporate location in Auburn. Come join our team and start making a positive impact in our inventory control! Job Responsibilities: Investigate and...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Syracuse, NY

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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