Forklift Operator - Safe Loads, Efficient Work, Benefits

Kenco Group; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (HSA/HRA/FSA)

Supplemental insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Parental leave

401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Job summary

The Forklift Operator at Kenco Group is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of powered industrial equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products in preparation for shipping and receiving demands.

You will perform daily safety inspections, use inventory systems, and ensure product rotation procedures are followed while supporting housekeeping and miscellaneous tasks as assigned by your supervisor. Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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 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 safely 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

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

The Forklift Operator at Kenco Group is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of powered industrial equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products in preparation for shipping and receiving demands.

You will perform daily safety inspections, use inventory systems, and ensure product rotation procedures are followed while supporting housekeeping and miscellaneous tasks as assigned by your supervisor. Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer.