Forklift Operator Jobs in Albany, OR

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 & Distribution Center Associate - Albany

  • Weyerhaeuser
  • Albany, OR
  • 4 hours ago
  • Albany, OR
  • 4 hours ago

Experience operating material handling equipment....

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Sales Warehouser - Part-Time - B

  • Frito-Lay
  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 10 hours ago

Here is a list of some of the more frequent tasks you could expect to perform during the workday: Load and unload pallets and individual cases to and from trailers Pick appropriate cases according to...

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Forklift Driver

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Albany, OR
  • 10 hours ago
  • Albany, OR
  • 10 hours ago

Hand-stacks product from partial pallets onto full pallets of product. For additional information about pay ranges, click here....

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Warehouse Assistant (Full Time)

  • Willamette Valley Vineyards
  • Turner, OR (14 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Turner, OR (14 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 11 hours ago

Primary Job Responsibilities: Assists with work activities of Receiving Agents and Forklift Operators including the receiving, coordinating, and maintaining of packaging materials (bottles, caps, labels...

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BottleDrop Material Handler - Lancaster

  • Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative
  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 1 day ago

jack and/or tote stacker Safely load/unload trailer with totes and pallets and other items as needed Load, unload, push and maneuver full and empty bag racks of product Lift and empty bags of beverage...

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Material Handler

  • Aerotek
  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 3 days ago
  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 3 days ago

Utilize advanced technology and equipment such as RF scanners, pallet jacks, and forklifts in a supportive team setting....

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Experienced Forklift Operator

  • Albany, OR
  • 4 days ago
  • Albany, OR
  • 4 days ago

Experienced Forklift Operator Pay: $21.00 per hour Job Summary: Express Employment Professionals is seeking experienced Forklift Operators to support warehouse and distribution operations in a production-focused...

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Sales Warehouser - Part-Time

  • Frito Lay
  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 5 days ago

Here is a list of some of the more frequent tasks you could expect to perform during the workday: Load and unload pallets and individual cases to and from trailers Pick appropriate cases according to...

In Person Part Time

Warehouse Worker

  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 5 days ago

Now Hiring: Warehouse Worker We are looking for a reliable warehouse worker to join our team. Schedule: 3 days per week, with the possibility of becoming full-time. Job Duties Include: Packing and...

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Warehouse Operator

  • Tangent, OR (7 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 5 days ago
  • Tangent, OR (7 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 5 days ago

Warehouse Operator Direct Hire Opportunity Tangent, OR $2324/hr DOE Full-Time | Direct Hire Express Employment Professionals is recruiting for a reputable client partner seeking a dependable...

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Warehouse Worker

  • Aerotek
  • Aumsville, OR (18 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 10 days ago
  • Aumsville, OR (18 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 10 days ago

Experience with inventory counting, organization, and basic stock control. Capability to read and follow written and oral instructions from supervisors or leads....

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BottleDrop Material Handler 2 - Lancaster

  • Oregon Beverage Recycling Cooperative
  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 11 days ago
  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 11 days ago

Job DetailsJob Location: Lancaster RC 705 - Salem, OR 97305Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $18.84 - $18.84 HourlyOur Vision A world where no resource is wasted. Our Mission To ensure that no...

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Production Worker/Packaging Operator

  • Lebanon, OR (19 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 12 days ago
  • Lebanon, OR (19 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 12 days ago

The Bagging Operation: Responsible for operating a variety of machinery, primarily bagging and baler machines, shrink wrapping machines, forklifts, pallet jack, and bag sealer....

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General Labor - Warehouse

  • Lebanon, OR (19 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Lebanon, OR (19 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 14 days ago

un General Labor - Warehouse (Lebanon) compensation: $18.00 employment type: job title: General Labor Seed Warehouse Laborer - Physical Production Associate Looking for a job where you can get...

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Forklift Driver

  • Pacific Coast Producers
  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Salem, OR (23 miles from Albany, OR)
  • 14 days ago

Pacific Coast Producers, growing agricultural cooperative with food production facilities across the West Coast, is seeking Forklift Drivers to join our team at our Production Facility in Salem,...

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Demographic Data for Albany, OR

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Forklift Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Forklift Operator Safety: Forklift Inspection
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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Albany, OR

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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