Forklift Operator I: Safety-Driven Efficiency

Kenco Group; Town of Chester (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Parental Leave

Job summary

Kenco Logistics in New York is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to safely move, load, and stack goods across the distribution center. You will operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts and other equipment, following strict safety and quality procedures to support shipping and receiving.

This role requires at least two years of forklift experience, a valid license or ability to obtain one, and basic computer skills for inventory and paperwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years forklift operating experience.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or be 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 count as required.
• Perform daily safety inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks.
• Ensure facility is inspection ready at all times 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

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kenco Logistics in New York is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator to safely move, load, and stack goods across the distribution center. You will operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts and other equipment, following strict safety and quality procedures to support shipping and receiving.

This role requires at least two years of forklift experience, a valid license or ability to obtain one, and basic computer skills for inventory and paperwork.