Safety-Focused Forklift Operator | Growth & Impact

Kenco; Shorewood (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Short/Long Term Disability

Parental Leave

Job summary

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Forklift Operator in Shorewood, IL to safely operate Powered Industrial Equipment, load and unload products, and prepare items for shipping. The role requires precise inventory handling, adherence to safety procedures, and ability to complete cycle counts with accuracy.

Qualifications include a minimum of two years forklift experience, a valid forklift license or ability to obtain one, a high school diploma or equivalent, and basic computer skills.

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 safety inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks
• Ensure facility is inspection ready 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 experience

Licensed forklift operator

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Forklift Operator in Shorewood, IL to safely operate Powered Industrial Equipment, load and unload products, and prepare items for shipping. The role requires precise inventory handling, adherence to safety procedures, and ability to complete cycle counts with accuracy.

Qualifications include a minimum of two years forklift experience, a valid forklift license or ability to obtain one, a high school diploma or equivalent, and basic computer skills.