Forklift Operators for hire in Milwaukee, WI
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Most popular skills
Heavy Lifting9%Lift Truck8%Organizational Skills7%Education level
High school diploma or GED88%Associate's degree8%Vocational or technical training3%Years of experience
6-10 years40%More than 10 years40%3-5 years20%Current company
Smithfield Foods
ABX Innovative Package SolutionsAmazon
Time at current job
2-5 years50%1-2 years33%Less than a year17%
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Last updated: Oct 3, 2026
Forklift Operator: Cost of hiring?
- Common salary in Milwaukee, WI: $45,352 yearly
- Typical salaries range from $37,836 – $54,361 yearly
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Forklift Operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Overhead Crane CertificationScissor Lift CertificationDriver's LicenseCrane CertificationElectric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift Certification+1 moreSkills
LeadershipCommunication SkillsHeavy LiftingAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementMaterial Handler
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
ForkliftDriver's LicenseForklift CertificationLift TruckSkills
Heavy LiftingLeadershipMolding (Production Process)Lift TruckForkliftQuality AssuranceForklift Operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Driver's LicenseNon-CDL Class CServsafeForklift CertificationSkills
Casual Dining ExperienceAmerican CuisineHeavy LiftingLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementMaterial Handler/Forklift Operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
EPA CertificationEPA Type IAsbestos CertificationOccupational Safety and Health Administration Outreach Training Program 30-HourLead Paint AbatementCPRSkills
Heavy LiftingUnloadingLoadingLoad & UnloadLift TruckForkliftForklift operator
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
Electric Pallet Jack CertificationForklift CertificationSkills
Lift TruckForkliftWarehouse ExperiencePackagingPallet JackElectric Pallet JackForklift Material Handler
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Licenses & certifications
ASE CertificationDriver's LicenseCrane CertificationForklift CertificationPallet Jack CertificationSkills
Communication SkillsHeavy LiftingCrane OperationOverhead CranesCrane Hoisting OperationsBridge Crane Operation
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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 42 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: heavy lifting, lift truck and organizational skills.
What licenses or certifications are common for forklift operators?
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 operator/material handler, warehouse associate and 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 Milwaukee, WI, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.
How many years of experience is common for a forklift operator?
Most forklift operators have 9 years of professional experience.
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