Forklift Operator Jobs in Independence, MO

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Mechanic - Auto/Diesel/Forklift Technician

Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
1 day ago

Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
1 day ago

At Crown, we know that our employees are the driving force behind our success in the material handling industry. We cultivate a culture of passionate people and inspired innovation....

Forklift Operator - Order Picker (Weekend Shift)

Belton, MO (24 miles from Independence, MO)
3 hours ago

Belton, MO (24 miles from Independence, MO)
3 hours ago

Schedule: Weekend shift : Thursday/Friday - 7:00am-3:30pm Saturday/Sunday - 7:00am-5:30pm Summary Forklift Operators are responsible for sorting, staging and transporting products into and out of a...

Warehouse Associate- Fast Fetch

Belton, MO (24 miles from Independence, MO)
3 hours ago

Belton, MO (24 miles from Independence, MO)
3 hours ago

Why Work for Saddle Creek? Saddle Creek Logistics Services succeeds by promoting a diverse, friendly, and respectful teamwork environment. As a vital service provider, we not only make a...

Material Handler II (Onsite)

Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
3 hours ago

Lenexa, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
3 hours ago

What You Will Do: Equipment Operation: Efficiently operate a variety of material handling and packaging equipment....

Forklift Operator

Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
7 hours ago

Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
7 hours ago

The Forklift Operator is responsible for replenishing racks and moving pallets to alternate locations to fulfill bins for the Order Selectors....

Warehouse Order Selector

Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
7 hours ago

Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
7 hours ago

warehouse experience 1 year of high-volume order selecting 1 year of experience with ride-on electric pallet jack Ability to lift 50+ pounds comfortably and unassisted A collaborative, team-focused...

Sit-down Forklift Operator II - $20/hr - 1st Shift

North Kansas City, MO (8 miles from Independence, MO)
11 hours ago

North Kansas City, MO (8 miles from Independence, MO)
11 hours ago

We are currently seeking an experienced Sit-Down Forklift Operator to join our team on the 1st Shift....

1st Shift Warehouse Associate

Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
11 hours ago

Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
11 hours ago

Warehouse Associate Job Summary: Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery vehicles, ships, or containers, or by hand. Perform...

Material Handler

Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
12 hours ago

Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
12 hours ago

Material Handler - KCK - 8am Start Responsibilities Responsible for moving inventory or equipment, filling customer orders, pulling material from racks, unloading incoming material, loading trucks...

Material Handler I

Riverside, MO (12 miles from Independence, MO)
14 hours ago

Riverside, MO (12 miles from Independence, MO)
14 hours ago

FORCE America, Inc is looking to fill an opening for a Material Handler. The Material Handler is a part of our Distribution team and is responsible for efficiently pulling parts for orders,...

Warehouse Associate

Edwardsville, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
20 hours ago

Edwardsville, KS (20 miles from Independence, MO)
20 hours ago

Job Description Warehouse Associate 9154 Woodend Rd, Edwardsville, KS 66111 KSKA2 Public Store Part-time Shift(s): MON TUE WED THU FRI 9:00am - 3:00pm Up to 28 hours/week OVERVIEW: Embark on your...

Fleet Yard Hostler - Overnight

Lees Summit, MO (14 miles from Independence, MO)
21 hours ago

Lees Summit, MO (14 miles from Independence, MO)
21 hours ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

Warehouse Associate II Seasonal

Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
21 hours ago

Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
21 hours ago

What You'll Do Operate at least one piece of Material Handling Equipment (MHE) such as a forklift, reach truck, or order picker raised to heights of up to 40 feet....

Stock Associate

Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
1 day ago

Kansas City, MO (10 miles from Independence, MO)
1 day ago

Salary Not Available Stock Associate Marshall Retail Group Location: Kansas City, MO - 64153 Positions available: 1 Job #: 1059 Source: Marshall Retail Group Posted: 3/26/2025 Web Site:...

Operations - General Laborer/Material Handler 3_Non-Cleared

Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
1 day ago

Kansas City, KS (11 miles from Independence, MO)
1 day ago

Innova Solutions has a client that is immediately hiring for Materials Coordinator Position type: Full Time, Contract Duration: 6 months to possible extension Location: Lenexa, KS, 66219 Shift:...

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Demographic Data for Independence, MO

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Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Independence, MO

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Total Population

129,173

Number of Businesses

2,328

City Size

Medium/Lg

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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 2

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Salary for Forklift Operator Jobs in Independence, MO

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Forklift Operators in Independence, MO 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 Independence, MO

2-4 years

44.1%

Less than 1 year

28.0%

None

23.7%

1-2 years

4.3%

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