Licensed Forklift Operator – Skilled & Safety‑Focused

Kenco; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Kenco is hiring a Forklift Operator in Phoenix to safely operate powered industrial equipment and handle loading, unloading, and storage of products. You will use barcode scanning, complete paperwork, and maintain inventory records to support timely shipping and receiving.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of forklift experience, a valid operator license, basic computer skills, and the ability to pass a background and drug screen.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum two years forklift operating experience.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or able to obtain license.
• Basic computer skills.
• Able to pass background and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate powered industrial equipment to move products and materials for distribution.
• Load, unload, and store products and materials.
• Stack and transport materials to designated areas.
• Use equipment to scan products and print labels.
• Complete paperwork and inventory management systems as needed.
• Ensure product rotation procedures are followed.
• Perform daily forklift safety inspections and keep the area inspection-ready.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management systems

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Safety and inspections

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Barcode scanning

Job description

Kenco is hiring a Forklift Operator in Phoenix to safely operate powered industrial equipment and handle loading, unloading, and storage of products. You will use barcode scanning, complete paperwork, and maintain inventory records to support timely shipping and receiving.

Ideal candidates have at least two years of forklift experience, a valid operator license, basic computer skills, and the ability to pass a background and drug screen.