Forklift Operator Jobs in Tennessee

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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Tullahoma, TN – Driver/ Warehouse Associated Equipment Company is looking for a Driver / Warehouse Associate to be a part of our team in Tullahoma, TN Branch. We are a Family owned Heating & Air...

Seasonal Stock Associate

  • Pigeon Forge, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Pigeon Forge, TN
  • 11 days ago

Values & Innovation At Under Armour, we are committed to empowering those who strive for more, and the company's values - Act Sustainably, Celebrate the Wins, Fight on Together, Love Athletes and...

Material Handler II (2nd Shift) Assembly

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 3 hours ago

Additionally, this role provides support to other material handlers, maintains documentation related to material handling, and maintains communication with Supply Chain to ensure all issues are resolved...

Early Morning Stock Associate

  • Cleveland, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Cleveland, TN
  • 3 hours ago

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! We are the nation's largest off-price retailer with over 2,000 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has...

Warehouse Associate

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 3 hours ago

Our Warehouse Associates are an important part to distributing our products. We are seeking a warehouse person to work in a safe environment with positive people. The Warehouse person will...

Forklift Operator - Reach Truck - Now Hiring

  • Lebanon, TN
  • 8 hours ago
  • Lebanon, TN
  • 8 hours ago

Ready to land your next full-time position as a reach truck forklift operator? Power your career growth by partnering with Randstad....

Night Shift Warehouse Worker / Truck Loader - Paid Weekly w/ benefits

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 14 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 14 hours ago

Local Wholesale Distributor is looking to fill a night shift position for a warehouse worker/truck loader. Days / hours are Monday - Thursday, 5:30PM until all trucks are loaded (early AM hours),...

Sitting towmotor/forklift operator needed

  • Old Hickory, TN
  • 14 hours ago
  • Old Hickory, TN
  • 14 hours ago

Day shift forklift operator needed! Must be detail oriented and able to work at a fast pace in a safe manner....

Warehouse Associate

  • Memphis, TN
  • 14 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 14 hours ago

Joining Beacon Building Products as a Warehouse Associate means becoming part of a values-driven organization. Our core principles guide everything we do: putting people first, prioritizing...

Warehouse Driver

  • Mt Juliet, TN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Mt Juliet, TN
  • 15 hours ago

Looking for an exciting opportunity to join a fast growing company and help develop its processes? Then Tire Discounters is the right place for you! Since our founder, Chip Wood, opened the doors...

Forklift Operator- Warehouse Days: NOW HIRING $19.00 Freezer

  • Lebanon, TN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lebanon, TN
  • 15 hours ago

As a Forklift Operator, Formula, you will operate material handling equipment, such as a forklift, pallet jack, reach truck, etc....

Warehouse Worker ( Full Time Nights )

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 15 hours ago

Willingness to train and be certified to drive material handling equipment as required by job duty....

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up To $18.00

  • Louisville, TN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Louisville, TN
  • 15 hours ago

on products View prompts on screens and follow direction for some tasks Troubleshoot problems Ensure product meets quality requirements Operate power industrial trucks (PIT) such as a forklift or pallet...

Amazon Sortation Center Warehouse Associate

  • Watertown, TN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Watertown, TN
  • 15 hours ago

Amazon Sortation Center Warehouse Associate Job Overview Our roles take place in a sortation center, where you will be sorting, scanning, and stacking packages on pallets, helping to get customer orders...

Amazon Warehouse Worker - Earn Up to $18/hour - Night Shifts Available

  • Gallatin, TN
  • 15 hours ago
  • Gallatin, TN
  • 15 hours ago

Amazon Sortation Center Warehouse Associate Job Overview Our roles take place in a sortation center, where you will be sorting, scanning, and stacking packages on pallets, helping to get customer orders...

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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
Are you aware of the risks involved with operating a forklift? Inadequate training can lead to serious workplace accidents. This free course offers in-depth insights into forklift types, safety...
Forklift Operator Awareness Part 2
Standards OSHA Standard: 1910.178 & Appendix A, and industry best practices Part 2 of Forklift Operator Awareness training illustrates the Forklift of Center of Gravity, best practices for driving...

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Tennessee

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

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


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