Forklift Operator Jobs in Kenosha, WI

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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Freight Handler/Forklift Operator

  • Forward Air
  • Oak Creek, WI (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Oak Creek, WI (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 13 days ago

Our Freight Handlers/Forklift Operators are responsible for loading and unloading freight on our trailers in a safe and timely manner....

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Warehouse Associate I (M-F 9am-5:30pm)

  • AbbVie
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 11 hours ago
  • North Chicago, IL (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 11 hours ago

Familiarity with Microsoft office products, general computer skills and RF scanners....

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Warehouse Material Handler - 3rd Shift

  • Saputo
  • Franklin, WI (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, WI (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

As a Material Handler you will load, unload, prepare, and move materials, stack finished product in the proper locations, and perform various functions in each area of material handling as assigned....

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Warehouse Associate - Days

  • Uline
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Associate - Days Pay from $26 to $32 per hour with significant growth and earning potential! Wisconsin Distribution Center 12885 104th St. Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158 Go-getters wanted!...

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Forklift Operator - Nights

  • Uline
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator - Nights Pay from $30 to $36 per hour with significant growth and earning potential!...

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Reach, Pacer & Cherry picker Forklift Operator

  • Parallel Employment
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

POSITION: Reach, Pacer & Cherry Picker Forklift Operator JOB DESCRIPTION: Parallel Employment is seeking skilled Forklift Operators experienced in operating reach, pacer, and cherry picker forklifts...

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Shipping and Receiving Clerk - Now Hiring

  • Randstad
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 1 day ago

Ready to take on more meaningful work? You'll get it in the skilled shipping and receiving roles we're hiring for today. Working in safety- and team-oriented warehouse environments, you'll not...

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Warehouse Clerk - 2nd shift

  • Saputo
  • Franklin, WI (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, WI (20 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 1 day ago

How You Will Make Contributions That Matter: Safe and efficient operation material handling equipment to include lift trucks, pallet jacks and electric battery handling equipment....

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Forklift Driver

  • Milwaukee Goodwill
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

RESPONSIBILITY LEVEL: Responsible for the efficient movement, organization and warehousing of product in accordance with Goodwill Process Standards. Meet customer needs and achieve established...

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Warehouse Specialist I

  • McLane
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Drive and operate a reach truck and a pallet jack to select, pull, sort, and stack product within the warehouse and at the dock....

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2nd Shift Forklift Operator - $23/hr

  • Midwest Refrigerated Services
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

jacks Previous experience with RF controlled inventory systems (a plus) Previous experience handling food products (a plus) Benefits and Perks: MRS benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision...

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3rd Shift Forklift Operator - $22.50/hr

  • Midwest Refrigerated Services
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

jacks Previous experience with RF controlled inventory systems (a plus) Previous experience handling food products (a plus) Benefits and Perks: MRS benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision...

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Forklift Operator

  • Ryder System
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (7 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Position Description Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator inSturtevant, Wisconsin Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver Positions Pay Weekly Hourly Pay $19.25...

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Warehouse Order Selector, Night Shift

  • Oak Creek, WI (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Creek, WI (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Places pallets on pallet jack and operes along assigned multi-level racks and loce products according to order sheets....

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Warehouse Order Selector, days

  • Oak Creek, WI (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Creek, WI (18 miles from Kenosha, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Place pallets on pallet jack and opere along assigned multi-level racks and loce products according to order sheets....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Kenosha, WI

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Forklift Operator positions.



Highest Education Level

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


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