Forklift Operator Jobs in Lacey, WA

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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Stock Clerk - Issue/Turn In

  • Skookum
  • Lakewood, WA (19 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lakewood, WA (19 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 9 hours ago

Stock Clerk - Issue / Turn-In Location: Lakewood, Washington (Joint Base Lewis-McChord) Type: Non-Exempt Work Schedule: Full-time, Day Shift Compensation: $26.99/hour Benefits: Tessera is proud to...

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Forklift Driver

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Tumwater, WA (4 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Tumwater, WA (4 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 21 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 Associate (ID #511898)

  • Partners Personnel Management
  • Spanaway, WA (19 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Spanaway, WA (19 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 21 hours ago

Spanaway, WA Kent Wa 3154 $20.00/Per Hour Warehouse Associate Job Description Branch Details Temp to hire openings for lumpers and forklift operators Job Title: Lumpers Pay Rate: 20.00 Schedule: Monday-Saturday...

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Cargo Handler

  • Ryder
  • Lakewood, WA (19 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lakewood, WA (19 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 1 day ago

jack Pre-trips inspection on forklift on a daily basis Completes required training as scheduled Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace....

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Warehouse/Driver

  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Responsibilities include pulling orders, receiving and locating merchandise, operating a forklift and electric man lift....

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Warehouse Loader Unloader - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Looking to advance your career with a hands-on role? Your next break as a warehouse loader/unloader is here. Your role will involve efficiently loading goods onto trucks and unloading shipments...

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Dockworker, Warehousing

  • Estes Forwarding Worldwide
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 3 days ago

SKILLS AND ABILITIES Required to operate forklifts or pallet jacks once authorized. Attention to detail and good follow-up skills. Ability to read and interpret general business documents....

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Parts Shipping and Receiving Clerk

  • Dobbs Truck Group
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Operate pallet and lift equipment. Adhere to inventory control procedures and conduct cycle counts daily and weekly. Control inbound and outbound freight billing....

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Delivery Material Handler / Roof Loader (1277)

  • ABC Supply
  • Lacey, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Lacey, WA
  • 5 days ago

ABC Supply is the nations largest wholesale distributor of exterior and interior building materials. Delivery Material Handlers at ABC assist in the safe and accurate delivery of materials from...

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Order Picker

  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Parkland, WA (18 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Parkland, WA (18 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Experience selecting large scale orders in a warehouse or distribution center environment preferred Experience operating motorized pallet jack or similar equipment preferred Physical Requirements Comfortable...

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Warehouse Worker

  • US Foods, Inc.
  • Graham, WA (23 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Graham, WA (23 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 5 days ago

Experience selecting large scale orders in a warehouse or distribution center environment preferred Experience operating motorized pallet jack or similar equipment preferred Physical Requirements Comfortable...

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Warehouse Associate/ Furniture Technician

  • Ashley Furniture
  • Spanaway, WA (19 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Spanaway, WA (19 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Warehouse Associate/Furniture Technician We are hiring immediately for full time Warehouse Associates to load and unload products by hand and with the assistance of forklift and other powered...

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E-Commerce Warehouse Associate - FT

  • Tacoma Goodwill
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 6 days ago

Our vision is that every person has the opportunity to learn, work, and thrive in all aspects of life. To achieve our vision, we are committed to dismantling racism and advancing equity,...

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Forklift Operator

  • Staffmark
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 6 days ago

As a Sit-Down Forklift Operator, you will move and stack Gaylords and mail throughout the warehouse and load trucks for delivery....

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Warehouse Operator - $24.25 per hour (Fredrickson, WA)

  • Westlake
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (22 miles from Lacey, WA)
  • 6 days ago

handling equipment Stencil, tag or mark orders as required Outbound Freight: Compare quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct Accept signatures...

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Forklift Operator Safety: Forklift Inspection
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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Lacey, WA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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