Licensed Forklift Operator: Safe & Efficient Material Handling

KLS Kenco Logistic Services, LLC; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

Kenco Logistics is hiring a Forklift Operator in Chattanooga, TN. The role focuses on the safe and efficient operation of powered industrial equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products for shipping and receiving demands.

This position emphasizes accuracy, safety, and adherence to quality standards in a fast-paced environment. The operator will perform cycle counts, inspections, and daily safety checklists, while using inventory systems and scanning devices to ensure accurate records and

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 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

Forklift operation

Licensing

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Inventory systems

Job description

Kenco Logistics is hiring a Forklift Operator in Chattanooga, TN. The role focuses on the safe and efficient operation of powered industrial equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products for shipping and receiving demands.

This position emphasizes accuracy, safety, and adherence to quality standards in a fast-paced environment. The operator will perform cycle counts, inspections, and daily safety checklists, while using inventory systems and scanning devices to ensure accurate records and