Forklift Operator Jobs in Ocala, FL

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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Material Handler Supervisor

  • Ocala, FL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 6 hours ago

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Overseeing the day-to-day operations of a warehouse's material handling activities/team at Hale. Manage movement of materials and inventory throughout the site....

Retail Warehouse Associate

  • Lady Lake, FL (21 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lady Lake, FL (21 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 1 day ago

As a Retail Warehouse Associate, youll help us create great shopping experiences by keeping our sales floor stocked and preparing online orders to be shipped to customers homes. This includes...

Warehouse Associate

  • Ocala, FL
  • 2 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 2 days ago

A Day in The Life of a Warehouse Associate As a Warehouse Associate you will be responsible for performing warehouse tasks including receiving, picking, packing, shipping, wire cutting, light assembly...

Warehouse Worker - Equipment Operator

  • The Villages, FL (20 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • The Villages, FL (20 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $20.45 - $23.95 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Specialist/Forklift Operator

  • Wildwood, FL (24 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wildwood, FL (24 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 2 days ago

Hourly Wage: $20.45 - $23.95 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Associate

  • Ocala, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 3 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

  • Ocala, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 3 days ago

This individual will be checking in pallets of material, putting it up on the shelf, loading trucks for delivery, delivering materials, and pulling merchandise for open sales tickets....

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Urgent Hire

  • Ocala, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 3 days ago

that wont limit you from gaining valuable job experience because depending on the site you may be trained to be a heavy equipment operator, using powered industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

Warehouse Selector IV, Full Case

  • Ocala, FL
  • 3 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 3 days ago

Pull correct quantities of full-case items and lift onto a pallet or cart. Transport selected cases to designated dock area using power equipment....

Shipping And Receiving Clerk

  • Ocala, FL
  • 7 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 7 days ago

Skills Inventory, Shipping and receiving, Shipping & receiving, Packaging, Material handling, Data entry, Packing Top Skills Details Inventory,Shipping and receiving,Shipping & receiving,Packaging,Material...

Warehouse Associate - Entry Level

  • Ocala, FL
  • 10 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 10 days ago

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

Truck Loader

  • The Villages, FL (20 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • The Villages, FL (20 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Hourly Wage: $20.45 - $23.95 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Associate - Equipment Operator

  • Wildwood, FL (24 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Wildwood, FL (24 miles from Ocala, FL)
  • 10 days ago

Hourly Wage: $20.45 - $23.95 per/hour *The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly...

Warehouse Driver Associate

  • Ocala, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 12 days ago

Complete forklift operator training annually, provided by The Company. Check all loadrelated documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate....

Switcher

  • Ocala, FL
  • 17 days ago
  • Ocala, FL
  • 17 days ago

Must be able to use right, left or both hands to get in and out of truck, wrapping and unwrapping shrink wrap, securing and unsecuring pallets, using pallet jack or hand truck, using the steering wheel...

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Forklift Operator Training
Forklifts are extensively used in warehouses, construction sites and distribution centres for lifting and moving heavy objects. This course will introduce you to forklift operation. Youll learn...
Forklift Operator Safety Training
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Forklift Operator Awareness Part 1
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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Ocala, FL

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Ocala, FL offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.7%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
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 Ocala, FL
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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