Forklift Operator Jobs in Milwaukee, 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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Finishing Packer

  • MCC
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 60+ days ago

Stacks boxes on pallet for shipment. Completes required documentation in an accurate and prompt manner. Operates a pallet jack....

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Freight Handler/Forklift Operator

  • Forward Air
  • Oak Creek, WI (10 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Oak Creek, WI (10 miles from Milwaukee, 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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Material Handler

  • Sonoco Products Co,
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 hour ago

Operates material handling equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks or dollies to move stock or reorganize storage....

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Chemical Packaging Operator 1 - 2nd Shift

  • Merck KGaA
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 hour ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 hour ago

Operate powered pallet and drum movers. Verify weighed bottles and determine if quantity matches process order requirements. Pull samples for customers and/or quality control....

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2nd shift Material Handler/Forklift Machine Operator Roles

  • Manpower
  • New Berlin, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 4 hours ago
  • New Berlin, WI (7 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 4 hours ago

handling equipment to move inventory safely and accurately Maintain a clean and organized work environment to support operational efficiency Collaborate with team members to meet daily production and...

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Dock Worker (Full Time)

  • Estes Express Lines
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 10 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 10 hours ago

Properly load and unload freight using a forklift, pallet jack, hand truck or by hand Strap, brace and pad freight to prevent damage or shifting Responsible for accurately recording the condition of...

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Material Handler (1st Shift)

  • Badger Meter
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 12 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 12 hours ago

Removes ID tags from all reusable containers Performs loading and unloading of trucks, pallets, trays, racks and shelves by hand as required or with electric hoist Prepares the necessary documents for...

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Handler Warehouse - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • FedEx
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 14 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 14 hours ago

Job Duties Provides movement of packages, documents, dangerous goods and/or supply support in a timely, safe and efficient manner through effective scan/load methods. This is a non-driving...

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1st Shift Material Handler - Forklift

  • Staff Management | SMX
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 23 hours ago

Job Types: Assembly, Forklift Operator, General Labor, General Production, Light Industrial, Manufacturing, Material Handler, Warehouse. Industry: Manufacturing....

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Warehouse Associate (ID #511926)

  • Partners Personnel Management
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Waukesha, WI (15 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities Build, wrap, sort, and transport pallets and packages. Use technology like RF devices to sort, scan, and prepare orders....

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Material Handler - 1st Shift

  • Merck KGaA
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago

Your Role: The Material Handler role at MilliporeSigma in Milwaukee, WI plays a critical role in the fulfillment of customer orders through the activities of receiving, picking, packing, and shipping...

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Material Handler - AM shift

  • Merck KGaA
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 1 day ago

Your Role: The Material Handler role at MilliporeSigma in Milwaukee, WI plays a critical role in the fulfillment of customer orders through the activities of receiving, picking, packing, and shipping...

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Warehouse Material Handler - 3rd Shift

  • Saputo
  • Franklin, WI (11 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Franklin, WI (11 miles from Milwaukee, 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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Reach, Pacer & Cherry picker Forklift Operator

  • Parallel Employment
  • Sturtevant, WI (23 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (23 miles from Milwaukee, 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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Warehouse Associate

  • Morse Cutting Tools
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (13 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Menomonee Falls, WI (13 miles from Milwaukee, WI)
  • 1 day ago

Invite a friend Job Description PTSolutions the leading supplier of industrial tools in the Midwest and one of the Top 100 distributors in the United States. With more than 40 locations throughout...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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