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Fresh Mark

Warehouse/Forklift Operators

Massillon, OH · On-site

$16/hr

The Fresh Mark facility in Massillon, Ohio, is currently accepting applications for Warehouse/Forklift Operators for in our Cold Storage facility. Description * Efficiently lift and stack and store ...

SFI Los Angeles

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Warehouse Forklift Operator

Riverside, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Warehouse Forklift Operators needed (Order Processor, Material Handler, Forklift Operators) positions open. Our global 3rd Party Logistics company in Riverside, CA is currently seeking a Forklift ...

The Alpha Group

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Warehouse Forklift Operator

Norwood, MA · On-site

$20 - $22/hr

Currently seeking a Warehouse Forklift Operator for a full-time temporary to permanent position in Norwood, MA. Responsibilities of Warehouse Forklift Operator: -Pick/pack orders following order form ...

Fresh Mark

Warehouse/Forklift Operators

Massillon, OH · On-site

$16/hr

The Fresh Mark facility in Massillon, Ohio, is currently accepting applications for Warehouse/Forklift Operators for in our Cold Storage facility. Description * Efficiently lift and stack and store ...

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How much do warehouse forklift operators jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for warehouse forklift operators in the United States is $17.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.35 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Warehouse Forklift Operators vs Material Handlers?

AspectWarehouse Forklift OperatorsMaterial Handlers
CredentialsForklift certification, OSHA complianceBasic OSHA training, sometimes forklift certification
Work EnvironmentWarehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing plantsWarehouses, shipping docks, production areas
Job FocusOperating forklifts to move pallets and heavy itemsHandling, sorting, and transporting materials manually or with equipment
Common UsageHeavy lifting, inventory movementOrder picking, packing, and shipping support

While both roles work in warehouse environments, Warehouse Forklift Operators primarily operate forklifts to move heavy goods, requiring specific certification. Material Handlers focus on manual or semi-automated material movement, often involving sorting and packing. Understanding these differences helps employers and job seekers find the right fit based on skills and responsibilities.

What does a warehouse forklift operator do in a warehouse?

A warehouse forklift operator is responsible for moving, stacking, and organizing goods using forklifts and other equipment. They ensure products are stored safely and efficiently, often performing inventory checks and maintaining equipment. The role requires knowledge of safety procedures and may require certification to operate forklifts.
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Infographic showing various Warehouse Forklift Operators job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $36,853 per year, or $17.7 per hour.

Warehouse Forklift Operator - Greensboro

Publix Super Markets, Inc.

Greensboro, NC • On-site

$1 - $2/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

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Publix rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 4,719 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

29th of 124 rated grocery stores

Job description

Description
Simply put, our warehouse forklift operators are masters of skillfully maneuvering industrial powered equipment. Join the team and use your skills to help Publix distribution maintain a smooth, safe, and orderly process when moving product within Publix's warehouses.
Warehouse forklift operators maneuver powered industrial equipment to move cases and pallets and put them into their assigned slots in the warehouse. They move product from the receiving dock to reserve locations. As pick locations are emptied by warehouse selectors, the warehouse forklift operators replenish them, pulling product from reserve locations. The warehouse forklift operators take care to rotate inventory using the most dated inventory first. Furthermore, the warehouse forklift operators help maintain a clean warehouse and sweep out empty slots. Occasionally, they fill in for the warehouse selectors, and other positions, as business needs demand.
The responsibilities listed on this posting are not intended to be all-inclusive and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
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Additional Information
Your application may have additional steps that you will need to complete in order to remain eligible for consideration.Please be sure to monitor your email, including your spam folder, on a daily basis for critical, time-sensitive emails that could require action within 24-48 hours.
Please do not use your Publix email address when applying. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email.
For this position, Publix does not and will not file a petition or application with the USCIS or Department of State on behalf of any noncitizen for any immigration-related benefit to work and/or to continue to work in the United States, e.g., an H-1B or TN petition or permanent residence.
  • Boxed Meat/Dairy Warehouse - Temperatures could range from 28 degrees to 35 degrees Fahrenheit for an extended period of time.
  • Frozen Foods Warehouse - Temperatures could range from 20 degrees below to zero for an extended period of time.
  • Produce Warehouse - Temperatures could range from 35 degrees to 55 degrees Fahrenheit for an extended period of time; also involves working in a wet environment.
  • High Velocity Warehouse - Temperatures could exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit for an extended period of time
  • Low Velocity Warehouse - Temperatures could exceed 90 + degrees Fahrenheit for an extended period of time.
Other Compensation Information
  • Starting pay is $1.00 to $2.00 above pay range minimum depending on experience or applicable skill level
  • Night differential:A $.75 per hour night differential is paid to associates regularly scheduled to work any hours between midnight and 3:00 a.m. (this does not include shifts that end at midnight or begin at 3:00AM).
  • Freezer differential:A $.50 per hour freezer differential is paid to associates regularly scheduled in the Frozen Food freezer.
  • Weekend differential: A $2.00 per hour weekend differential is paid to associates for hours worked between 12:00 a.m. Saturday through 11:59 p.m. Sunday.
Year End Bonus
To reward associates for their contributions to the company for the calendar year, Publix provides a Holiday Bonus in November. In the first year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to 15 hours of pay, and in the second year of continuous employment the bonus is equal to one week's pay if associate remains employed through issue date of the bonus check. In subsequent years, the bonus is equal to two weeks' pay.
Required Qualifications
  • be at least 18 years old
  • ability to work nights
  • ability to work weekends, holidays, and extended periods of time
  • obtain certification in pallet truck and forklift operations (on or before their start date in the position)
  • ability to lift a minimum of 67 pounds (85 pounds in boxed meat/dairy warehouse)
  • ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
  • ability to bend, stoop, and twist
  • ability to operate a pallet truck or forklift without any part of his or her body exposed outside of the operator compartment
  • ability to stack product of varying weights
  • ability to work under strict time requirements
  • ability to read, write, and identify and verify numbers
  • ability to interpret, understand, and follow instructions.
Benefits Information
  • Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
  • An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan
  • Group health, dental and vision plans plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Short- and long-term disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria
  • Visit our website to see all of our benefits: Benefits - Jobs (publix.com)

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