Forklift Operator: Safe, Efficient Loader & Inventory

KENCO TRANSPORTATION SERVICES; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,168,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

KENCO LOGISTICS is seeking a Forklift Operator in Savannah, GA to safely move products for distribution and support shipping/receiving operations. The role requires experience with various lift equipment and maintaining accurate inventory records.

The position emphasizes safety, product rotation, and adherence to SQFI/FDA requirements, with opportunities for growth and team collaboration in a dynamic logistics environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years prior 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 for distribution (reach, slip sheet, push/pull, drive-in racking).
• 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 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 for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.
• Communicate and report incidents to supervisor.
• May perform housekeeping duties.
• Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by Supervisor

Skills

Forklift operator

Forklift license

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

HS diploma

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

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Job description

KENCO LOGISTICS is seeking a Forklift Operator in Savannah, GA to safely move products for distribution and support shipping/receiving operations. The role requires experience with various lift equipment and maintaining accurate inventory records.

The position emphasizes safety, product rotation, and adherence to SQFI/FDA requirements, with opportunities for growth and team collaboration in a dynamic logistics environment.