Forklift Operator Jobs in Gastonia, NC

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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Warehouse Worker

  • Fort Mill, SC (19 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC (19 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 4 days ago

Experience selecting large-scale orders in a warehouse or distribution center environment preferred Experience operating motorized pallet jack or similar equipment preferred Physical Requirements Comfortable...

Warehouse Selector

  • Fort Mill, SC (19 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Fort Mill, SC (19 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Experience selecting large-scale orders in a warehouse or distribution center environment preferred Experience operating motorized pallet jack or similar equipment preferred Physical Requirements Comfortable...

Order Picker

  • Pineville, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pineville, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 30+ days ago

Experience selecting large-scale orders in a warehouse or distribution center environment preferred Experience operating motorized pallet jack or similar equipment preferred Physical Requirements Comfortable...

Material Handler - Maiden

  • Maiden, NC (24 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Maiden, NC (24 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 5 hours ago

We bring you tomorrow's opportunity, today Volt is immediately hiring for multiple Material Handlers, with our Data Center in Maiden, NC. Our client is a fortune 100, multinational technology...

High Reach Forklift Operator

  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 6 hours ago

START NOW with BIC as a High Reach Forklift Operator....

Warehouse Order Puller - Now Hiring

  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 8 hours ago

job summary: As an order puller, you will be responsible for pulling orders, labelling them and placing them in crates....

Package Handler - Part Time (Warehouse like)

  • Lincolnton, NC (17 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lincolnton, NC (17 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 16 hours 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

  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 17 hours ago

Utilizing hand tools, mechanical equipment, and motorized equipment (including, but not limited to, box cutters, rolling carts, ladders, pallet jacks, for lifts, drills, saws, etc)....

Material Handler Specialty Organics

  • Bessemer City, NC (7 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Bessemer City, NC (7 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 17 hours ago

Perform daily checks for the SO facility and report any findings to the Material handling Crew Leader Contains and cleans-up hazardous waste spills....

Inventory Clerk - Now Hiring

  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 22 hours ago

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

MATERIAL HANDLER Mon-Wed 7AM-7PM

  • Fort Mill, SC (19 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Mill, SC (19 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Must be able to operate a pallet jack, power jack and Hilo or forklift if necessary....

Material Handler Granite & Stone Countertop Shop

  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Perform basic maintenance and inspections on material handling equipment. Qualifications & Skills Experience in material handling, warehouse operations, or stone fabrication preferred....

Warehouse Driver Associate

  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 1 day ago

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

Warehouse Associate

  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC (22 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Warehouse Driver Compensation: Commensurate with Experience; $18.00 - $20.00 per hour. This position will primarily be located in the warehouse, and will take on back delivery driver...

Forklift Operator

  • Fort Mill, SC (19 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fort Mill, SC (19 miles from Gastonia, NC)
  • 1 day ago

Forklift Operator Fort Mill, SC 6 Months Fort Mill Days: 7:00 AM-5:30 PM (Monday-Thursday) Must Have: Previous Company Forklift Certifications, Drivers License is required....

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Forklift Operator Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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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 Gastonia, NC

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Gastonia, NC offer the following education background
High School or GED
48.8%
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 Gastonia, NC
2-4 years
44.1%
Less than 1 year
28.0%
None
23.7%
1-2 years
4.3%


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