Forklift Operator Jobs in Jackson, TN

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 Forklift Operator

  • Jackson, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 1 hour ago

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Warehouse Forklift Operators in Jackson, Tennessee Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $17.25 per hour Overtime Pay: $25.88 per hour Additional...

Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

  • Jackson, TN
  • 1 hour ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 1 hour ago

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Warehouse Forklift Operators in Jackson, Tennessee Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay: $17.25 per hour Schedule: 6:00 am - 6:00 pm 1st Shift (2...

Freight Handler Part-Time

  • Jackson, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 2 days ago

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform freight handling using appropriate motorized and manual equipment, including but not limited to: forklift, pallet jack and hand truck....

General Warehouse Worker II

  • Jackson, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 4 days ago

jack to move pallets from container to staging location Unloads each container in the allotted time given by the Team Lead Applies pallet label to every pallet that is built from the container Shrink...

Package Handler (Warehouse like)

  • Humboldt, TN (16 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 5 days ago
  • Humboldt, TN (16 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 5 days ago

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Come for a job and stay for a career! Federal Express Corporation (FEC) is part of the rapidly growing warehouse and transportation sector that helps keep America, and our...

WAREHOUSE Workers Needed (JACKSON)

  • Jackson, TN (9 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Jackson, TN (9 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 6 days ago

INSTALLING RACKS AND CONVEYOR SYSTEMS, GENERAL LABOR. LOCATION IS AMERISTEEL RD,JACKSON, TENN. HOURS M-F 7AM-4PM PAY IS based on experience. Must show up for work and be diligent about production....

Material Handler - 2nd and 3rd shift

  • Jackson, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 8 days ago

Experience: Minimum of 1-3 years of experience in automotive material handling and/or inventory control. Forklift license, training, and/or experience is a plus. I....

Warehouse Associate

  • Lexington, TN (24 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Lexington, TN (24 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 13 days ago

Our warehouse associates play a crucial role in our operations, working in various areas such as order selecting, voice picking, packing, quality assurance, and shipping orders to our 6000 stores....

Materials Handler I - 2nd Shift 3005

  • Lexington, TN (24 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Lexington, TN (24 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 17 days ago

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and...

PT Outbound Freight Handler

  • Jackson, TN
  • 20 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 20 days ago

Such equipment may include forklifts with appropriate hardware, hand trucks, drum trucks, pallet jacks, rollers, and any other available equipment to move, load, arrange, rearrange, and unload freight...

Material Handler

  • Jackson, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 21 days ago

Company Description Job Description JOB DETAILS Base pay start at $16.25 - $18.25 Shift: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday Duties and Responsibilities Provide customer responsive and efficient...

Material Handler (Forklift) Print Dept - Weekend F Shift

  • Jackson, TN
  • 21 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 21 days ago

Previous experience in material handling or shipping/receiving preferred....

Forklift Operator Warehouse

  • Jackson, TN
  • 22 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 22 days ago

, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and, cycle counting Performing duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract Responsible for the accurate picking and packing,...

Warehouse Operations Associate

  • Jackson, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Job Type Full-time Description The Warehouse Operations Associate plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth operation the distribution center. This position involves handling and processing...

Warehouse Technician

  • Jackson, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 30+ days ago

Printpack Jackson is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Warehouse Technician. This position is located in Jackson and reports to the Shipping/Receiving Supervisor. A Warehouse...

Demographic Data for Jackson, TN

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Forklift Operator Safety Training
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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Jackson, TN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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