Forklift Operator- 1st Shift

KDC/One; Groveport (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in beauty and personal care products is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator for its Groveport location. In this role, you will be responsible for operating various types of powered industrial trucks to manage materials and inventory within the warehouse. This position offers competitive wages and a supportive environment for career advancement. Join a team that values safety, operational excellence, and innovation in a fast-paced setting. If you have a passion for logistics and a commitment to quality, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k

Bonus Potential

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation Days

Qualifications

• Experience operating powered industrial equipment in a warehouse setting.
• Knowledge of safety and operational policies is essential.

Responsibilities

• Operate PIT equipment to manage warehouse inventory efficiently.
• Conduct safety checks and report any mechanical issues.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Warehouse Experience

SAP

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT)

Handheld Scanner

Job description

kdc/one Groveport, 4400 South Hamilton Rd, Groveport, Ohio, United States of America Req #3185

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.

About us:

Kdc/one is currently hiring at our Groveport, Ohio location. As part of the kdc/one network, we are the leading best-in-class producer of beauty and personal care products! Our Groveport location is accessible with an easy commute located on RT. 33/Hamilton Rd.

We offer excellent opportunities with competitive wages from entry-level, semi and skilled trade positions. We have opportunities for advancement at all of our sites and are excited to have you join the kdc/one Team!

General Information:

The Forklift Operator is responsible for operating Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) to pick, stage, load and stock materials, components and finish goods in and out of the warehouse in accordance with all safety and operational policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Work Instructions (WIs), and Business Process Procedures (BPPs).

What are we looking for?

1. HS Diploma or GED equivalent highly preferred. In lieu of Diploma or GED, years of experience, knowledge, skills, and fit will be considered.
2. Prior experience operating powered industrial equipment in a warehouse and/or manufacturing environment preferred.
3. SAP experience preferred.

Benefits Include:

1. Health/Vision/Dental/401k/bonus potential!
2. 10 Paid Holidays
3. Paid Vacation Days
4. Immediate openings

This position is responsible for:

1. Operates PIT equipment, such as sit-down forklifts, counter-balance lift, cherry-pickers, turret trucks, and reach trucks within the safety and operational requirements established by the Company and equipment manufacturer.
2. Unloads materials and components from incoming delivery trucks and stocks in inventory locations.
3. Picks materials and components from inventory locations and stages for production runs.
4. Stocks unused materials and components, and finished goods from production into inventory locations.
5. Picks finished goods from inventory locations, stages for shipments and loads outbound trucks.
6. Completes PIT maintenance checklists for assigned equipment prior to operating and reports any safety gaps and mechanical repairs to the management team.
7. Uses a handheld scanner and/or computer to process SAP transactions, review picklist transfer orders, track material movements and audit shipments for completeness and accuracy. Reports discrepancies to the management team.
8. Performs physical inventory checks to support inventory investigations, cycle counts, quarterly book to book (B2B) reconciliations and annual physical inventory (PI) counts, as requested.
9. Assists with training forklift operators within the department, as requested.
10. Performs all work in a manner that is consistent with the company’s quality system and FDA good manufacturing practices, includes maintaining a clean and orderly work area at all times.
11. Follows, promotes, and enforces KDC’s safety and environmental policies, practices, and procedures.
12. Assists with safety investigations and corrective actions related to safety hazards and/or incidents.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.

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.