Forklift Operator II - Safe, Efficient Warehouse Specialist

Kenco Group; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate powered industrial equipment and move, load, unload, and stack products to meet shipping and receiving demands.

The role requires a minimum of two years of forklift experience and a high school diploma or equivalent; candidates must pass background and drug screening and have basic computer skills. This on-site position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a dynamic warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years prior forklift operating experience.
• 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 for distribution.
• Load, unload, and store products and/or materials.
• Stack and transport materials to designated areas.
• Use equipment to scan product and print labels.
• Complete paperwork and manage inventory systems as needed.
• Ensure product rotation procedures are followed.
• Complete cycle counts as required.
• Perform daily forklift safety inspections.
• 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

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate powered industrial equipment and move, load, unload, and stack products to meet shipping and receiving demands.

The role requires a minimum of two years of forklift experience and a high school diploma or equivalent; candidates must pass background and drug screening and have basic computer skills. This on-site position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork in a dynamic warehouse environment.