Forklift Operator
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 demands and to meet customer needs. Operators may also complete paperwork, use inventory management systems, scan products, print labels, follow product rotation procedures, and perform cycle counts. The position requires daily safety inspections of forklift trucks, reporting incidents to a supervisor, and keeping the facility ready for SQFI, FDA, and customer inspections. Housekeeping and other tasks may be assigned by a supervisor. This position is not expected to travel. The approximate pay range is $17.94–$26.94. Kenco offers a supportive, professional environment and expects employees to uphold its pillars of being honest, serving, and getting better, while pursuing operational excellence, innovation, and growth.
Requirements
- At least two years of prior forklift operating experience.
- Must be a licensed forklift operator or able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.
- Pass a background check and drug screen.
- Basic computer skills.
- Attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate powered industrial equipment, including standard sit-down or stand-up forklifts, clamp equipment, and picker equipment, to move products or materials for distribution.
- Load, unload, and store products and 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 forklift truck safety inspections 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 of approximately two weeks, with accrual beginning on the first day of employment
- Ten employer-paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
