Forklift Operators for hire in Fort Wayne, IN
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Most popular skills
Communication Skills10%Organizational Skills8%Heavy Lifting8%Education level
High school diploma or GED87%Associate's degree9%Vocational or technical training2%Years of experience
1-2 years6%3-5 years12%6-10 years34%Current company
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North American Cold StorageAccutech machine and moldingTime at current job
Less than a year12%1-2 years12%2-5 years42%
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Last updated: Aug 31, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Fort Wayne, IN: $42,632 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $30,579 – $59,435 yearly
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A forklift operator
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
CDLJourneyman ElectricianASE CertificationOSHA 10Journeyman LicenseDriver's License+3 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceFood ProductionButcheryCuttingMeat CuttingCleaningForklift Operator
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
EPA CertificationCertified Quality TechnicianOSHA 10Electric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationEPA Refrigeration Certification+1 moreSkills
Supervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsHeavy LiftingProduct ManagementAnalysis SkillsPress Operator
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Class DFood Safety CertificationPassenger EndorsementDriver's LicenseSafe Quality Food CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
Time ManagementAnalysis SkillsSupervising ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftKitchen ExperienceManufacturingCookingMaterial Handling Equipment OperationMachine Operation+17 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsTime ManagementLeadershipSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsMachine Operator
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Chauffeur's PermitDOT Physical ExaminationCDLPassenger EndorsementF EndorsementDriver's License+3 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingTime ManagementCommunication SkillsLeadershipOrganizational SkillsMachine Shop PressesForklift/turret operator\trainer
Fort Wayne, Indiana
Licenses & certifications
Van DrivingDrivingCommercial VehicleDriver's LicenseBox TruckForklift Certification+2 moreSkills
Heavy LiftingSupervising ExperienceCommunication SkillsLift TruckForkliftWarehouse Experience
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What's the average time to fill a forklift operator role?
The average time to fill a forklift operator role is 43 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.
What skills do forklift operators tend to have?
According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a forklift operator include: communication skills, organizational skills and heavy lifting.
What licenses or certifications are common for a forklift operator?
Common licenses or certifications for forklift operators include: Forklift Certification, Driver's License and Pallet Jack Certification.
What are some job titles related to forklift operators?
According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to forklift operators include: forklift/turret operator\trainer, man-up forklift operator and forklift operator/material handler.
What level of education is common for a forklift operator?
High school diploma or GED is the most common level of education for a forklift operator in Fort Wayne, IN, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 16 years of professional experience.
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