Logistics Associate

KCC Companies; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Paid holidays

Bonuses

Health insurance

401K

ESOP

Shoe voucher

Job summary

KCC Companies in Louisville, KY is seeking a Warehouse Operator to load, stage, and ship HVAC units. You’ll operate forklifts, keep the yard organized, and assist with clerical tasks as needed. This role requires safety awareness and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Candidates should have a GED/HS diploma, English proficiency, and at least three years of forklift experience. OT and weather delays are possible, with a supportive ESOP-backed employer.

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma required.
• Proficient in English; ability to communicate clearly.
• Minimum three years’ forklift driving experience.
• 1–2 years’ experience operating straddle lifters preferred.
• Able to lift/move boxes up to 50 lbs and multi-task effectively.

Responsibilities

• Takes finished units off exit deck and stages with other units.
• Loads finished units onto trucks safely and efficiently.
• Keeps the yard neat and free of debris.
• Assists Shipping Supervisor and Receiving/Warehouse as needed.
• Communicates effectively with customers and suppliers.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team player

Problem solving

Communication skills

Adaptable

Education

GED or HS Diploma

Tools

Straddle lifters

Job description

KCC Companies is an employee-owned (ESOP) company dedicated to providing complete design, manufacturing, installation, and service for commercial & residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC).

Our Mission

KCC enhances the lives of our customers, partners, employee-owners, and communities by providing innovative HVAC solutions.

Benefits

• DailyPay!
• Work Today, Get Paid Today!
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Quarterly bonuses
• Quarterly rate increase
• Health, Dental, Vision insurance, and other Ancillary coverages
• 401K
• Monthly Accrued Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Safety Shoe Voucher Program

Responsibilities

• Takes finished units off exit deck and stages with other units on the same order.
• Loads finished units onto trucks in a safe, timely and efficient manner.
• Packages and loads “Yellow folder” jobs that accompany finished units.
• Collects and returns skates to proper location.
• Keeps the yard orderly, neat, clean and free of debris.
• Assist Shipping Supervisor with clerical duties when needed.
• Brings units back into building if needed.
• Assists Receiving/Warehouse in unloading sheet metal from trucks.
• Communicates effectively and efficiently with internal and external customers and suppliers.
• Assists with Year End Inventory tasks as needed.
• Safely operates various pieces of warehouse/yard equipment (Forklifts etc.)
• Actively participate as a member of the team to move the team towards completion of goals.
• Takes the initiative to find, identify and propose changes to processes not working well.
• Follows all existing company policies and procedures.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates the ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions and solve problems immediately.
• Exhibits a service oriented and a customer focused attitude in performing daily functions.
• Shows the ability to work well under pressure, such as when multiple trucks are onsite.
• Possesses effective written and verbal communication skills; displays reading comprehension skills.
• Exhibits the ability to work well with others and maintain organization between cross-related departments.

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma.
• Proficient in English.
• Minimum three years’ experience driving 6,000 lbs. or heavier forklifts.
• 1 – 2 years’ experience operating straddle lifters preferred.
• Proficient understanding of basic math functions (add, subtract, multiply, divide)
• Ability to work independently, multi-task, and communicate effectively.
• Possess a strong team spirit.
• Ability to be flexible to adapt to changing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Capable of lifting/moving boxes weighing 50 lbs or less.li>
• Must pass background check and drug test.
• DOT medical exam required to operate company vehicles.
• Able to adapt to all weather conditions.
• Able to work overtime ad hoc (due to late trucks/weather delays).

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required by the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change over time with or without warning.

KCC COMPANIES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

For any questions you can contact:

Terra Beaver – Talent Specialist – [e-mail] – 502-493-5848

Laura Zoghbi – Recruiting Coordinator – [e-mail] – 502-493-5859