Forklift Operator Jobs in Spokane, WA

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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Shipping/Receiving Clerk

  • Spokane, WA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 4 hours ago

Prepare outgoing shipments by picking, packing, and labeling products according to order specifications....

Warehouse Associate -3rd Shift Shipping

  • Spokane, WA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 4 hours ago

Examples of equipment include: Order Picker, Forklift, pallet jack, pull cart, ladder Maintaining order & housekeeping of assigned work areas....

Lead, Warehouse Associate

  • Spokane, WA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 13 hours ago

Accelerate your career at RXO. RXO is a leading provider of transportation solutions. With cutting-edge technology at the center, we're revolutionizing the industry with our massive network and...

Warehouse Associate

  • Post Falls, ID (23 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Post Falls, ID (23 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 13 hours ago

Experience with warehouse equipment (e.g., forklifts, pallet jacks) preferred; ability to complete forklift certification. Excellent verbal and written communication skills....

Truck loader / Cylinder maintenance

  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day ago

A-L Compressed Gases is looking for a Cylinder Handler / truck loader to join our team! As a member of our team, you will be performing a variety of duties within the industrial gas and supply...

Warehouse Worker - Stock Yards Spokane

  • Spokane Valley, WA (14 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Spokane Valley, WA (14 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Sort, organize, repack, palletize, track, weight and break down various products to assist production as needed. Ship and receive product utilizing assigned material handling equipment....

Parts Shipping and Receiving Clerk

  • Liberty Lake, WA (16 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Liberty Lake, WA (16 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Operate pallet and lift equipment. Adhere to inventory control procedures and conduct cycle counts daily and weekly. Control inbound and outbound freight billing....

Material Handler Intern

  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day ago

Primary Job ResponsibilitiesUnload material while safely utilizing forklifts, cranes and pallet jacksReceive incoming material from external and internal sourcesInspect material for damage and check...

Material Handler

  • Liberty Lake, WA (16 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Liberty Lake, WA (16 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 1 day ago

handling techniques, following quality standards and safety precautions Use of forklift, pallet jack, and hand truck to move materials around the warehouse Assist with regular clean-up duties as needed...

Warehouse Associate

  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 1 day ago

Examples of equipment are: Order Picker, Forklift, pallet jack, pull cart, ladder Maintains order and housekeeping of assigned work areas....

Inventory Clerk

  • Liberty Lake, WA (16 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Liberty Lake, WA (16 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 3 days ago

6040 - Spokane - 7814 E Sprague Ave, Spokane Valley, Washington, 99212 CarMax, the way your career should be! General Summary: Under general supervision, responsible for zone maintenance, vehicle...

Warehouse Order Picker - Starting at $23.13 an hour

  • Spokane, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 3 days ago

Safe operation of electric pallet jacks to move throughout the warehouse to build, organize and palletize product and staging orders when they are ready for shipment....

Forklift Operator - Warehouse

  • Airway Heights, WA (7 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Airway Heights, WA (7 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Operates forklift Warehouses product Unloads containers Performs cycle counts Receives and logs all incoming product Performs bin validation checks General clean up of warehouse and receiving dock Pulls...

Warehouse Specialist

  • Airway Heights, WA (7 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Airway Heights, WA (7 miles from Spokane, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Operates forklifts, pallet jacks and or uses hand trucks and/or industrial trucks to move, convey, or hoist shipments from receiving area to storage or work area....

Warehouse Associate

  • Spokane, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 6 days ago

handling and warehousing processes required in the receiving, processing, storing, moving, packing, and shipping of parts, materials, equipment, and supplies....

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Spokane, WA

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Highest Education Level

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


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