Accentuate Staffing is seeking an experienced Forklift Operator to safely move materials throughout a fast-paced manufacturing and warehouse environment for a client of ours Garner, NC. This position operates propane-pow…
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Forklift Operator jobs in Raleigh, NC
Forklift operators move pallets and heavy loads through warehouses and yards, loading trailers, stocking racks, and following strict safety rules around people and product.
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$16–$29/hr
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$45k
Median, full-time
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$14 per hour
willing to submit a background check Eligible to work in the United States Each CHHJ location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decis…
$16 per hour
Reliable transportation to and from work Valid/Active Driver's License Each CHHJ location is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions…
$18 per hour
Seeking a hands-on, active job that relies on your driving skills? We have immediate openings for stand up forklift operators to support all phases of material movement, from receiving to storage. This role offers immedi…
inspect incoming shipments; reject damaged goods - Supply materials to all departments to support continuous production - Operate forklifts and hand trucks to move materials within the facility - Track and document mater…
Supplies all departments with materials needed to keep production running and proactively seeks needs of various work areas. Operates forklift truck and/or hand lift truck to stage trays, cages, pallets, cartons, dollies…
Accentuate Staffing is working with a manufacturer that is seeking a Warehouse Associate/Stand Up Forklift to support its daily operations. This is a 1st shift, temp to hire opportunity. Responsibilities: ~Pick, pack, an…
Ready for a highly active, hands-on role with an immediate start? We are urgently seeking motivated picker packers to join essential distribution teams. If you prefer to be moving and working with your hands, this role o…
team in Wake Forest! In this role, you'll help keep our parts operation running efficiently by receiving, organizing, and distributing... ...Adaptability and flexibility in a changing work environment. * Forklift and/or…
stock and pick orders #Driver will assist with receiving incoming good when not making deliveries #Driver will operate a stand up and sit down forklift Requirements: #Candidates must have previous delivery driving experi…
Requisition Number: 232509 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Warehouse Associate – Washroom Operator to support the Rental Division. The Washroom Operator is responsible for safely and accurately loading and unloading…
Warehouse Associate will unload trucks and perform putaways Requirements: ~Candidates must have previous warehouse experience ~ Forklift experience is not required, but a plus! ~Candidates must be comfortable lifting up…
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What forklift operators earn in Raleigh
Hourly first — that's how the offer arrives
| Experience | Hourly | Annual, full-time |
|---|---|---|
| Entry level | $16–$20 | $33k–$42k |
| Mid level | $19–$24 | $40k–$50k |
| Senior | $23–$29 | $48k–$61k |
Adjusted for the Raleigh market from national ranges.
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What employers ask for
The skills these listings keep naming
Sit-down and stand-up forkliftsOSHA safety complianceLoad balancingRF scanningTrailer loadingEquipment inspectionSpatial awarenessReliability
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Interview questions worth rehearsing
With the thing the interviewer is actually listening for
What forklift types are you certified on, and which have you run the most?
Be specific: sit-down counterbalance, reach truck, order picker, clamp. Hours on each type tell them more than the certification alone.
Walk me through your daily equipment inspection.
List the real checklist: forks, hydraulics, tires, horn, brakes, battery or propane. A fluent answer signals the habit is genuine.
How do you operate safely in aisles shared with pedestrians?
Mention horn use at intersections, controlled speed, looking in the direction of travel, and stopping when someone is in the aisle. Safety rules, stated simply.
Tell me about a time you caught an unstable or overweight load. What did you do?
Show that you stopped, re-stacked or split the load, and flagged it rather than forcing the lift. Judgment is what they are hiring.
How do you load a trailer to keep weight balanced?
Talk about distributing heavy pallets low and evenly front to back, and following the load plan. It shows you think past your own forks.
What would you do if you clipped a rack or product?
Say you would report it immediately, every time. Companies fire for hidden damage, not for reported accidents.
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Resume tips that move the needle
For forklift operators specifically — generic advice costs you here
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List your OSHA forklift certification and the equipment classes it covers.
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Name each truck type you can run: reach, order picker, clamp, slip-sheet, or stand-up.
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Quantify an incident-free record in months or years; it is the strongest line on this resume.
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Include pallet volumes or trailers loaded per shift to show pace.
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Mention RF scanner and WMS experience, since most operator roles now require both.
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Where this role goes
Typical progression
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Warehouse Associate
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Forklift Operator
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Equipment Lead
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Warehouse Supervisor
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