Stand-Up Forklift Operator — Safe, Efficient Warehouse Pro

Kenco-Group; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance including HSA, HRA,

Job summary

Kenco Logistics in Rockford, IL is hiring a Forklift Operator I to safely operate powered industrial equipment in a fast-paced warehouse. You will load, unload, stack, and move goods, scan products, print labels, and complete inventory paperwork to support shipping needs.

The role requires at least two years of forklift experience, a valid forklift license, and basic computer skills. A high school diploma is preferred, with background and drug screens required.

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 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 safety 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 experience

Licensed forklift operator

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Background check

High school diploma

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Kenco Logistics in Rockford, IL is hiring a Forklift Operator I to safely operate powered industrial equipment in a fast-paced warehouse. You will load, unload, stack, and move goods, scan products, print labels, and complete inventory paperwork to support shipping needs.

The role requires at least two years of forklift experience, a valid forklift license, and basic computer skills. A high school diploma is preferred, with background and drug screens required.