Forklift Operator Jobs in West Greenwich, RI

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 Associate

  • Newport, RI (20 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Newport, RI (20 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 16 days ago

Move/relocate material using pallet jacks or carts. Scrapping/cutting of excess material, maintain the cleanliness of warehouse and production floor....

Material Handler

  • Newport, RI (20 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 16 days ago
  • Newport, RI (20 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 16 days ago

Move/relocate material using pallet jacks or carts. Scrapping/cutting of excess material, maintain the cleanliness of warehouse and production floor....

Hazardous Waste Material Handler

  • Providence, RI (18 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (18 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 1 day ago

Clean Harbors in Cranston, RI is seeking a Hazardous Waste Material Handler (Insite Chemist) to handle, segregate, pack, and inspect chemical waste in accordance with Federal/State/Local...

Inventory Clerk

  • Providence, RI (18 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (18 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 3 hours ago

Inventory Clerk Manufacturing Inc Providence, Rhode Island, United States 5 days ago Quick Job type Full-time Quick Job description Now Hiring : Inventory Clerk $20 / hr 1st Shift Providence /...

Warehouse Associate - 3rd Night Shift. Job in Putnam Gr8Jobs

  • Putnam, CT (21 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Putnam, CT (21 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 4 hours ago

You will be operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, turrets, or electric pallet jacks to move product within the warehouse while adhering to safety procedures....

Full-Time Warehouse Operator Bulk Material Handling

  • Putnam, CT (21 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Putnam, CT (21 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 4 hours ago

9:00am-5:15pm/Monday-Friday Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together. Join our Staples World Class Supply Chain Team and deliver essential products to our customers. What...

Material Handler

  • Norwich, CT (22 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Norwich, CT (22 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 4 hours ago

- for less than pallet ordersPrepare pallet label, confirm pre-pallet quantity and stamp the pallet label - for materials confirm in full pallet quantities Shrinkwrap and affix the correct pallet label...

Material Handler

  • Cranston, RI (17 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Cranston, RI (17 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 5 hours ago

Material Handler Full Time Cranston, RI, US Yesterday Requisition ID: 1366 Salary Range: $17.00 To $19.00 Hourly JOB TITLE: Material Handler DEPARTMENT: Warehouse REPORTS TO: Warehouse Manager...

Warehouse Associate

  • Lincoln, RI (23 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Lincoln, RI (23 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 10 hours ago

Operate manual material handling equipment (hand trucks, pallet jacks) Operate powered lift trucks (LP fork-lift and electric lift truck) Able to lift up to 50 lbs (packages, pallets, snow removal,...

Non CDL Delivery Driver/Warehouse - Days

  • Cranston, RI (17 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cranston, RI (17 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 21 hours ago

handling, and glass experience Benefits : Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) Match Employee Assistance Plan at no additional cost Educational Assistance Work Shoe/Boot Program Prescription Safety Glasses...

Warehouse Order Selector, Night Shift (4 Day Work Week!)

  • North Kingstown, RI (10 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 23 hours ago
  • North Kingstown, RI (10 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 23 hours ago

Looking for a rewarding career? Johnson Brothers is a leading family-owned distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, delivering exceptional service since 1953. We proudly represent the worlds top...

Dockworker Inbound

  • Johnston, RI (15 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Johnston, RI (15 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 1 day ago

with terminal personnel and drivers Operating with a customer service first mentality Position qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, preferred Previous forklift or material handling equipment...

Forklift Operator No Experience Required - FT

  • Dayville, CT (18 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dayville, CT (18 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift Operators are critical to our success at FritoLay!...

Freight handler - Part time

  • Seekonk, MA (23 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seekonk, MA (23 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 2 days ago

We are looking for dock workers to handle freight on our loading dock We have immediate openings and have steady year round work Part time hours available 5 days a week $18.00 per hour --...

Full Time Warehouse Worker

  • Putnam, CT (21 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Putnam, CT (21 miles from West Greenwich, RI)
  • 2 days ago

You will be operating material handling equipment such as forklifts, cherry pickers, turrets, or electric pallet jacks to move product within the warehouse while adhering to safety procedures....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in West Greenwich, RI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in West Greenwich, RI offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.5%
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 West Greenwich, RI
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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