Forklift Operator Jobs in Goldsboro, NC

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-Ready to Cook evening shift

  • Mount Olive, NC (13 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Mount Olive, NC (13 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 13 hours ago

Essential Functions, Duties & Responsibilities: Safely operates material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move stock or reorganize product....

Warehouse Picker Packer - Now Hiring

  • Wilson, NC (23 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Wilson, NC (23 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 18 hours ago

Ready to learn new skills through a new job opportunity? If you're an order picker/packer who excels at hitting production goals, don't miss out on this opportunity! We're looking for reliable...

Lift Truck Operator

  • Four Oaks, NC (15 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Four Oaks, NC (15 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Operate material handling equipment safely and maintain it according to company maintenance procedures, reporting any damage promptly to minimize downtime....

Material Handler

  • Smithfield, NC (15 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Smithfield, NC (15 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Material Handler Job Description We are seeking a dedicated great candidates to efficiently help with production and warehouse operations. Responsibilities Meet and maintain daily production rates...

Forklift Operator, Shipping

  • Dudley, NC (7 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Dudley, NC (7 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 7 days ago

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS : Removes pallets from the production floor and carefully places them in the correct bay in the freezer for future shipment....

Distribution Associate

  • Four Oaks, NC (15 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Four Oaks, NC (15 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Knowledge and Skills: Ability to obtain an electric pallet jack certification. Ability to read and interpret distribution documents. Required to operate MHE and use an RF scanner....

Customer Service Driver/Warehouse

  • Goldsboro, NC
  • 8 days ago
  • Goldsboro, NC
  • 8 days ago

Dillon Supply Company is the Southeast's leading steel and construction supply service provider for both industrial and contractor B2B customers. We are a service first company that focuses on...

Forklift Operator

  • Goldsboro, NC
  • 9 days ago
  • Goldsboro, NC
  • 9 days ago

Role Summary Operates gas or electric powered forklift.Main Tasks Operates forklift truck to move, stack, load or unload materials, parts, finished goods, etc. May load/unload trucks; may use a...

Truck Loader

  • Benson, NC (22 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Benson, NC (22 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.8 - $23.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Associate - Equipment Operator

  • Pine Level, NC (12 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Pine Level, NC (12 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.8 - $23.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Worker - Equipment Operator

  • Mount Olive, NC (13 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Mount Olive, NC (13 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.8 - $23.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Calypso, NC (15 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Calypso, NC (15 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Hourly Wage: $19.8 - $23.3 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Specialist

  • Wilson, NC (23 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (23 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 17 days ago

handling operations....

Sr Warehouse Specialist

  • Wilson, NC (23 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (23 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 17 days ago

Produce reports and statistics regularly (IN/OUT status report, dead stock report, SLOB report, pallet move report, raw material OT report to production equipment, inventory accuracy, detention charges...

Warehouse Order Puller - Now Hiring

  • Wilson, NC (23 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Wilson, NC (23 miles from Goldsboro, NC)
  • 18 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...

Demographic Data for Goldsboro, NC

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Goldsboro, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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