Night Shift Stock Control Lead — Forklift Operations

Cengage; Independence (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Cengage is seeking a Lead Forklift Operator for the 3rd shift to supervise forklift operations and ensure safe, accurate inventory handling in the distribution center. The role emphasizes mentorship, task prioritization, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating workloads, training staff, and reporting issues to management while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 2 years of warehouse and PIT experience.
• Proven leadership, coaching, or lead-person experience in a distribution or warehouse environment.
• Valid PIT certification or ability to maintain certification.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory control, and safety procedures.
• Experience with RF scanners and warehouse management systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary associate for all forklift operations during the 3rd shift.
• Coordinate daily workloads and assign tasks to forklift operators based on priorities.
• Supervise productivity, quality, accuracy, and safety performance of team members.
• Train, coach, and mentor forklift operators on equipment operation and safety requirements.
• Report safety concerns, inventory discrepancies, and performance concerns to management.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and cross-department collaboration.

Skills

Leadership

Safety awareness

Inventory control

RF scanners

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Turret Stock Picker

Cherry Picker

Reach Truck

Runner

RC Truck

Electric Pallet Jack

Job description

Cengage is seeking a Lead Forklift Operator for the 3rd shift to supervise forklift operations and ensure safe, accurate inventory handling in the distribution center. The role emphasizes mentorship, task prioritization, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include coordinating workloads, training staff, and reporting issues to management while supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the team.