Stand-Up Forklift Operator: Safe, Efficient Warehouse Pro

Kenco Group; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance including HSA, HRA &

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off (approx. 2 weeks)

Job summary

Kenco Group is seeking a Forklift Operator I in Illinois for safe and efficient operation of Powered Industrial Equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products for shipping and receiving. The role requires at least two years of forklift experience and a valid forklift license or ability to obtain one, plus basic computer skills.

Responsibilities include daily safety checks, inventory system use, paperwork, labeling, and housekeeping as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years prior forklift operating experience.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.
• 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 standard sit-down or stand-up forklifts, clamp, and picker equipment.
• 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

Basic computer skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kenco Group is seeking a Forklift Operator I in Illinois for safe and efficient operation of Powered Industrial Equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products for shipping and receiving. The role requires at least two years of forklift experience and a valid forklift license or ability to obtain one, plus basic computer skills.

Responsibilities include daily safety checks, inventory system use, paperwork, labeling, and housekeeping as needed.