Forklift Operator I

Kenco • Rock Hill, SC

3d

About The Position

The Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of powered industrial equipment. The role uses lift equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products in preparation for shipping and receiving, helping meet customer needs. Equipment may include standard sit-down or stand-up forklifts, clamps, and picker equipment.

The operator also scans products, prints labels, completes paperwork, and uses inventory management systems as needed. The role includes following product rotation procedures, completing cycle counts and daily forklift safety inspections, and keeping the facility ready for SQFI, FDA, and customer inspections. The operator communicates incidents to a supervisor and may perform housekeeping or other tasks assigned by a supervisor.

Kenco describes its environment as supportive and professional, with an emphasis on safety, sustainability, continuous improvement, operational excellence, innovation, and employee growth. The position is not expected to travel. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• At least two years of prior forklift operating experience, specifically with a Reach Truck.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator.
• Pass a background screen and drug screen.
• Basic computer skills.
• Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate powered industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution, including sit-down or stand-up forklifts, clamps, and picker equipment.
• Load, unload, and store products or materials.
• Stack or transport materials and products to designated areas.
• Use equipment to scan products and print labels.
• Complete paperwork and operate inventory management systems as needed.
• Follow product rotation procedures.
• Complete cycle counts as required.
• Perform daily safety inspections of forklift trucks using the Safety Checklist.
• Keep the facility inspection-ready for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.
• Communicate and report incidents to a supervisor.
• Perform housekeeping duties as needed.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks assigned by a supervisor.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including HSA, HRA, and FSA accounts
• Supplemental insurance, including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accidental injury coverage
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life and supplemental life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Paid time off, approximately two weeks, with accrual beginning on Day 1 of employment
• 10 employer-paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed