Forklift Operator

KDC/ONE; Groveport (OH); On-site; USD 31,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

KDC-ONE in Groveport, Ohio is seeking a Forklift Operator to support our logistics flow in a fast-paced warehouse environment. You will operate PIT equipment, unload deliveries, stock materials, and help track items using handheld scanners.

We value reliability, safety, and teamwork to keep production moving. Prior PIT experience is preferred, and SAP familiarity is a plus.

Join a collaborative team that emphasizes safe operation and operational excellence in a growing manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience operating PIT equipment in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.
• SAP experience not required but preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate Powered Industrial Trucks (turret and reach) as part of daily logistics.
• Unload incoming deliveries, stock materials, and track items with handheld scanners or SAP.
• Pick materials for production runs and move finished goods to inventory with care.
• Complete PIT safety and maintenance checklists daily and report issues promptly.
• Assist with cycle counts, quarterly audits, and year-end inventory checks.
• Load customer orders onto leaving trucks to ensure on-time delivery.

Skills

PIT operation

Teamwork

Safety-focused

Organization

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

SAP

Job description

Forklift Operator

Kdc/one is seeking a Forklift Operator in Groveport, Ohio.

If you're forklift certified, handy with a scanner, and comfortable in a warehouse, we’re looking for you! At Kdc/one, our Forklift Operators are the center of our logistics flow.

You’ll handle the materials that keep our production lines moving and efficient.

Our Team

KDC is a network of best-in-class custom formulators and manufacturers of color cosmetics, skincare, haircare, bath & body, fragrance, deodorant, home, health, industrial, and auto care products. KDC delivers high-touch innovation, operational excellence, and speed to market to well-known and emerging beauty, personal, and specialty companies from coast to coast. KDC has its head office in Longueuil, Québec. In addition, KDC has 10 operating facilities located throughout North America. Altogether, the company employs nearly 4,800 talented and dedicated employees in North America.

What You’ll Do

• Operate a variety of Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) turret trucks, and reach lifts
• Unload incoming deliveries, stock materials, and track every move with handheld scanners or SAP
• Pick up materials and components for production runs
• Move unused or finished goods to inventory with accuracy and care
• Complete PIT safety and maintenance checklists daily, and report any issues urgently
• Assist with cycle counts, quarterly audits, and year-end inventory checks
• Load leaving trucks to get customer orders out on time and in full
• Support and mentor new forklift drivers when needed

What You Bring

• High school diploma or GED preferred (if you've got the experience and skill, we still want to hear from you)
• Prior experience operating PIT equipment in a warehouse or manufacturing environment
• SAP experience is not required but preferred
• Reliable, team-oriented, and safety-focused
• Comfortable to lift up to 50 lbs, and work around motorized equipment all day
• Take pride in keeping things organized and moving smoothly

Why Join Us?

• Collaborative and team-oriented culture
• Opportunity to influence business decisions
• High-impact leadership role in a growing manufacturing environment

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.

KDC-ONE is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, gender, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. I understand that employment with KDC-ONE Company is at-will, meaning that I or KDC-ONE Company may terminate my employment at any time, or for any reason consistent with applicable state or federal law. I understand that KDC-One requires the successful completion of a drug and/or alcohol test as a condition of employment.