Forklift Operator Jobs in Southern Pines, 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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Warehouse Specialist

  • Fort Bragg, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Fort Bragg, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 5 hours ago

Store, stack, or palletize materials in accordance with prescribed storage methods. Rearrange and take inventory of stored materials. Examine stored materials. Report deterioration and damage....

Shipping and Receiving Clerk

  • Fort Bragg, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Fort Bragg, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 5 hours ago

Unpack incoming materiel and palletize any loose material. Identify any damages to the shipment....

Logistics Material Handler

  • Aberdeen, NC (5 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Aberdeen, NC (5 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting customers with inventive electrical solutions. What YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION: Use computerized...

Packaging Operator - Cooler

  • Biscoe, NC (23 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 12 days ago
  • Biscoe, NC (23 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 12 days ago

Position Responsibilities Safe and efficient operation of production packaging equipment to include: Automated case forming, packaging and palletizing equipment....

Part Time Daytime Grocery Stock Clerk

  • Carthage, NC (12 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Carthage, NC (12 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 14 days ago

Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs and exceeding their expectations. This requires a defined level of product knowledge, food...

Stock Clerk

  • Fort Bragg, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Fort Bragg, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 20 days ago

Duties/Responsibilities: Segregate, palletize, store and relocate materiel. Palletize incoming shipments....

Truck Loader

  • Robbins, NC (21 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Robbins, NC (21 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 21 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

  • Biscoe, NC (23 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Biscoe, NC (23 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 21 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

  • Cameron, NC (14 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Cameron, NC (14 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 21 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

  • Raeford, NC (15 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Raeford, NC (15 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 21 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...

Factory Warehouse Associate Southern Pines, NC, US YesterdayRegular Full-Time

  • Southern Pines, NC
  • 30+ days ago
  • Southern Pines, NC
  • 30+ days ago

Sorts bin boxes of scrap appliances, places onto pallets, sends other scrap to shredder machine for recycling. Keeps work area clean and orderly....

WAREHOUSE SPECIALIST (1st SHIFT) FBNC ADACG

  • Fort Liberty, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fort Liberty, NC (22 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

May operate a variety of materials handling equipment such as forklifts, to load or relocate cargo....

Warehouse Associate

  • Aberdeen, NC (5 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Aberdeen, NC (5 miles from Southern Pines, NC)
  • 90+ days ago

handling equipment....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Southern Pines, NC

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Forklift Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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