Forklift Operator Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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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Lead Forklift Operator

  • Odenton, MD (15 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Odenton, MD (15 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 16 hours ago

This role involves safely storing items, accurately picking and packing orders, and operating warehouse equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks....

Materials Handler (Special Functions) Assistant Supervisor

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

This position is located in the Architect of the Capitol, Superintendent, Senate Office Buildings, Assistant Superintendent, Client Services Division, Special Functions Unit. Serves as a Material...

Material Handler I, 1st shift LUM S-TH

  • Hanover, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hanover, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

and cases from inbound trailers and/or containers manually using the pallet jack....

Full Time 3rd Shift Grocery Stock Clerk

  • Laurel, MD (8 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Laurel, MD (8 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Primary responsibility is to Take Excellent Care Of Our Customers by satisfying each customer's needs and exceeding their expectations. This requires a defined level of product knowledge, food...

Distribution Center Stockroom Associate

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Perform daily inspections of appropriate motorized and manual equipment which includes lift gate, pallet jack and hand truck, radio frequency scanners and printers....

Materials Handler - Mover

  • Fulton, MD (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fulton, MD (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Operates Laboratory vehicles and equipment such as vans, box trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, manual and power tools....

Warehouse Attendant (Full Time)

  • Gaithersburg, MD (12 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (12 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Assembles customer orders from stock and places orders on pallets or shelves; conveys orders to packing station or shipping department. Marks materials with identifying information....

Warehouse Clerk - ATO

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Uses a variety of material handling equipment (MHE) such as forklifts, order pickers, turret trucks and handcarts to move raw materials and finished goods throughout the warehouse....

Stand up Forklift Operator

  • Jessup, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jessup, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

handling equipment at the proper charging station ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Work with other machinery and material handling equipment MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES...

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Beltsville, MD (5 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Beltsville, MD (5 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

IMMEDIATE OPENINGS! Come for a job and stay for a career! Federal Express Corporation (FEC) is part of the rapidly growing warehouse and transportation sector that helps keep America, and our...

Warehouse Associate

  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Adecco is assisting a cable management solutions company in recruiting for a current Warehouse Associate opening in **_Sterling, VA_** _._ This is for a **contract-to-hire** opportunity. As a...

Non-CDL Driver/Warehouse Worker

  • Hanover, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hanover, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Safely operate warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, forklifts, and order pickers. Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure a safe and efficient warehouse environment....

Warehouse Associate

  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Forklift, pallet jack experience, preferred. High school diploma or equivalent, preferred....

Shipping / Receiving Clerk

  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Shipping / Receiving Clerk TEKsystems c/o Allegis Group View Employer's ProfileFOLLOW EMPLOYER Today Secret Entry Level (less than 2 yrs experience) Logistics Sterling, VA (ON-SITE/OFFICE)...

Senior Stock Clerk/Administrative Assistant NEW

  • Fort Belvoir, VA (23 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fort Belvoir, VA (23 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Mid Cyber Counterintelligence Desk Officer/ Counterintelligence Prescient Edge View Employer's Profile FOLLOW EMPLOYER Today Top Secret/SCI Unspecified Unspecified IT - Security Fort Belvoir, VA...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Silver Spring, MD 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 Silver Spring, MD
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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