Forklift Operator United States

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What the job involves

  • Unload inbound shipments and move products to appropriate locations.
  • Load and unload trucks, trailers, and containers safely and efficiently.
  • Stack and store products in designated areas using a forklift.
  • Pull and prepare products for shipment by ensuring the exact number and type is loaded.
  • Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following warehouse safety standards.
  • Perform accurate inventory handling and documentation as required.
  • Maintain appropriate records and reports to guarantee inventory control and security.
  • Assist in physical inventories and ensure proper stock rotation.

Summed up from 30 recent Forklift Operator job postings.

Skills employers ask for

  • Forklift Operation 8 in 10 postings
  • Inventory Management 1 in 10 postings
  • Material Handling Equipment 1 in 10 postings
  • Warehouse Management 1 in 10 postings
  • Material Handling 1 in 10 postings

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Certifications and licenses

  • Forklift Certification 3 in 10 postings
  • Driver's License 1 in 35 postings

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Experience asked for

  • No experience needed 2 in 10 postings
  • 1 to 2 years 6 in 10 postings
  • 3 to 4 years 1 in 10 postings
  • 5 years or more 1 in 15 postings

Typical ask: 1 year.

Education asked for

  • High school diploma or GED Almost all postings

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Is this role in demand?

6,022 open Forklift Operator jobs across the US right now.

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Typical pay $20.50 an hour (most between $19.00 and $22.00). See the full salary breakdown

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