Licensed Forklift Operator - Safe, Efficient Handling

KLS Kenco Logistic Services, LLC; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with HSA/HRA/FSA

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Short/Long Term Disability

Paid Parental Leave

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate powered industrial equipment and move materials for shipping and receiving to meet customer demands. You will load, unload, stack, and scan items, while maintaining accurate paperwork and inventory controls.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of forklift experience, a valid license or the ability to obtain one, and a high school diploma or equivalent.

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.

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 safe 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

Safety procedures

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Forklift Operator license or ability to obtain

Job description

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Forklift Operator to safely operate powered industrial equipment and move materials for shipping and receiving to meet customer demands. You will load, unload, stack, and scan items, while maintaining accurate paperwork and inventory controls.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of forklift experience, a valid license or the ability to obtain one, and a high school diploma or equivalent.