Forklift Operator I: Safe & Efficient Warehouse Pro

KENCO TRANSPORTATION SERVICES; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (HSA/HRA/FSA)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Paid Time Off

Employer Paid Holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely move, load, unload, and stack products using powered industrial equipment. You will handle labeling, inventory checks, cycle counts, and daily safety inspections while maintaining accuracy and a strong safety mindset.

Responsibilities include completing paperwork, operating inventory systems, and following rotation procedures, with a focus on supporting meeting customer needs and ensuring SQFI/FDA readiness.

Qualifications

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

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 counts as required.
• Perform daily safety inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks.
• Ensure facility is inspection ready for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.
• Communicate and report any incidents to supervisor.
• May perform housekeeping duties.
• Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by Supervisor

Skills

Forklift operation

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely move, load, unload, and stack products using powered industrial equipment. You will handle labeling, inventory checks, cycle counts, and daily safety inspections while maintaining accuracy and a strong safety mindset.

Responsibilities include completing paperwork, operating inventory systems, and following rotation procedures, with a focus on supporting meeting customer needs and ensuring SQFI/FDA readiness.