Forklift Operator – Safe, Impactful Warehouse Role

Kenco; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance including HSA/HRA/FS

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Basic Life and Supplemental Life

Short Term and Long Term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Kenco Logistics is hiring a Forklift Operator in the United States. The role centers on safe operation of Powered Industrial Equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products for shipping and receiving.

You will ensure inventory accuracy, complete paperwork, and support a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Qualified candidates will have at least two years of forklift experience, a valid forklift operator license, and the ability to pass a background and drug screen.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years prior forklift operating experience.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.
• 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 reach, slip sheet, push/pull equipment, and drive‑in pallet racking.
• 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 is hiring a Forklift Operator in the United States. The role centers on safe operation of Powered Industrial Equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products for shipping and receiving.

You will ensure inventory accuracy, complete paperwork, and support a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Qualified candidates will have at least two years of forklift experience, a valid forklift operator license, and the ability to pass a background and drug screen.