Forklift Operator Jobs in Rhode Island

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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Night Warehouse Worker

  • Rockville, RI
  • 5 days ago
  • Rockville, RI
  • 5 days ago

up to clear aisles of debris, stacks empty pallets from slots in aisle and return pallet jacks to charging area Physical Requirements Comfortable working in a multi-temperature environment ranging...

Material Handler

  • Newport, RI
  • 26 days ago
  • Newport, RI
  • 26 days ago

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

Overnight Stock Clerk Part Time

  • Coventry, RI
  • 11 hours ago
  • Coventry, RI
  • 11 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...

Seasonal Part Time 1St. Shift - Warehouse Associate (Sanitation) Saturday, Sunday...

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 11 hours ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 11 hours ago

Experience operating pallet jacks is preferred....

Seasonal Part-Time - Warehouse Associate (Loader) 1st. shift - Saturday, Sunday

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 11 hours ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 11 hours ago

Sort and stack pallets and bales. Operate and inspect technology including walkie talkies, forklifts, and powered or manual pallet jacks. Properly seal and record trailers....

Seasonal part Time - Warehouse Associate (Splitter) 1st shift - Saturday, Sunday...

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 11 hours ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 11 hours ago

Build shippable pallets by operating a pallet jack, walkie talkies (40 and 60 channels), and wrapping machine. Distinguish different types of merchandise by verifying case pack and description....

1st. Shift - Warehouse Associate - Recovery - Monday to Friday

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 1 day ago

Prepare and load pallets for shipments as needed, including back to vendors and donations. Prepare and ship repaired merchandise or parts to stores....

(Seasonal) Warehouse Associate Special project - Monday to Friday - First. shift

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 1 day ago

Operate and inspect technology, including but not limited to, pallet jacks....

Amazon Package Sorter (Johnston)

  • Johnston, RI
  • 1 day ago
  • Johnston, RI
  • 1 day ago

on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

SEASONAL Part Time - Warehouse Associate (Receiver) 1st. shift : Saturday, Sunday

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago

Ensure pallets are properly built with no overhang or height restriction violations. Work in compliance with standard operating procedures, audit-control procedures, and OSHA requirements....

Seasonal Part Time - Warehouse Associate Picker - 1st. shift - Saturday, Sunday

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago

Operate Stockpicker and Pallet Jack. Properly build shippable pallets of merchandise. Transport pallets of merchandise to shipping and wrap machine. Sort merchandise and pack into boxes....

Warehouse Associate (Special Projects) 1st shift - Tuesday to Saturday

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago

Operate and inspect technology, including but not limited to, pallet jacks....

(Seasonal) Warehouse Associate Special project - Tuesday to Saturday - First. shift

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago

Operate and inspect technology, including but not limited to, pallet jacks....

1st. Shift - Warehouse Associate - Recovery - Tuesday to Saturday

  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago
  • North Kingstown, RI
  • 3 days ago

Prepare and load pallets for shipments as needed, including back to vendors and donations. Prepare and ship repaired merchandise or parts to stores....

Driver / Warehouse

  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago
  • Providence, RI
  • 4 days ago

Delivery Driver making local delivery 8-14 stops per day. Clean driving record, must be able to obtain a DOT medical card. Start times are 5am To whenever route complete 4-5 day work 9-12 hour...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Rhode Island

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Forklift Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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