Forklift Operator

About This Role

A forklift operator who works carefully and keeps a tidy warehouse will fit well in the logistics team. This role is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of powered industrial equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products in preparation for shipping and receiving demands to meet customer needs.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate powered industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as standard sit-down or stand-up forklifts, clamp, and picker equipment
• Load, unload, and store products and/or materials
• Stack and/or transport materials and products to designated areas
• Use equipment to scan product and print labels
• Complete paperwork and operate inventory management systems as needed
• Ensure product rotation procedures are followed
• Complete cycle count as required
• Perform daily safety inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks
• Ensure facility is inspection ready at all times for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs
• Communicate and report any incidents to supervisor
• May perform housekeeping duties
• Perform miscellaneous tasks as assigned by Supervisor

Requirements

• Minimum two years prior forklift operating experience
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a Forklift Operator license
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
• Pass Background and Drug screen
• Basic computer skills
• Attention to detail

Benefits

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life
• Short Term and Long Term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
• Employer Paid Holidays - 10 days

Important Details

• Travel: not expected

About the Company

Kenco Logistics is one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S. and values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers.