Forklift Operator Jobs in Pennsylvania

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 Driver

  • Hanover, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Hanover, PA
  • 1 day ago

Position overview: The Forklift Operator moves unfinished and finished goods, loads and unloads trucks and stages product....

George DeLallo Company

Warehouse Evening Shift

Safely operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, and hand trucks. Securely wrapping, labeling and staging customer orders accurately....

Seasonal Warehouse Associate - Nordstrom Fulfillment Center

  • Elizabethtown, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Elizabethtown, PA
  • 10 days ago

Working at Nordstrom East Coast Fulfillment Center is exciting, fast-paced, and means being part of something we think is pretty awesome. Enjoy working in a climate-controlled environment with the...

Warehouse Worker - Dock Worker - Third Shift

  • Nazareth, PA
  • 11 days ago
  • Nazareth, PA
  • 11 days ago

Move materials within the warehouse May operate pallet jacks to load pallets Scan freights/parts Follow all safety requirements Maintain a clean and safe work area Qualifications: No prior warehouse...

Warehouse Worker - Clamp Truck Operator - Weekend Day Shift

  • Shippensburg, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Shippensburg, PA
  • 12 days ago

limited to Utilize a Stand Up Clamp Truck Accurately stage and sort products for loading Loads and unloads trailers Sorts and places parts in racks or other designated areas Stacks cardboard boxes and pallets...

Warehouse Selector

  • Crafton, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • Crafton, PA
  • 16 days ago

Job Requirements Experience Required: 0 to 6 months Experience Desired: Electric pallet jack experience a plus Education Desired: No High School diploma required Lifting Requirement: Up to 100 pounds...

Warehouse Worker- Sanitation/Maintenance Worker - 2nd Shift

  • Shippensburg, PA
  • 16 days ago
  • Shippensburg, PA
  • 16 days ago

Complete daily sanitation logs Utilize chemicals, detergents, and cleaning equipment Operate scrubber and pallet jacks if required to perform duties Able to identify and address cleanliness and sanitation...

Warehouse Order Picker

  • Oakdale, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oakdale, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Requirements Experience Required: 0 to 6 months Experience Desired: Electric pallet jack experience a plus Education Desired: No High School diploma required Lifting Requirement: Up to 100 pounds...

Overnight Stock Clerk Part Time

  • Oaks, PA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Oaks, PA
  • 3 hours 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...

Warehouse Associate - 3rd shift

  • Kulpsville, PA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Kulpsville, PA
  • 3 hours ago

At Greene, Tweed, you'll find the cutting-edge technology, world-class polymer expertise and endless advancement opportunities you'd expect from a multi-national industry leader. You'll find them...

Inventory Clerk

  • Hanover Township, PA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Hanover Township, PA
  • 3 hours ago

Everyone gets excited about getting packages and shopping! Imagine being part of a process that makes this happen. Well look no further than a2b Fulfillment! a2b Fulfillment is a fast-growing,...

PT Warehouse Associate - PA - 1:00pm - 6:30pm

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 4 hours ago

Warehouse worker, fulfillment specialist, general labor, material handler, shipping, receiving, picking, packing, order fulfillment, inventory control, quality control, distribution specialist, jobs...

Grocery Stock Clerk/Lehigh Street

  • Allentown, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 6 hours ago

POSITION TITLE: Grocery Stock Clerk DEPARTMENT: Grocery REPORTS TO: Grocery Manager / Store Director FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt JOB SUMMARY: To maintain pricing, stocking, and rotation of merchandise...

Grocery Stock Clerk

  • Leesport, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Leesport, PA
  • 6 hours ago

POSITION TITLE: Grocery Stock Clerk DEPARTMENT: Grocery REPORTS TO: Grocery Manager / Store Director FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt JOB SUMMARY: To maintain pricing, stocking, and rotation of merchandise...

Warehouse Associate

  • East Freedom, PA
  • 9 hours ago
  • East Freedom, PA
  • 9 hours ago

Job Description The individual will be responsible for material handling around the warehouse, which includes pulling parts and managing inventory....

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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 Pennsylvania

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.7%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
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 Pennsylvania
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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