Stand-Up Forklift Operator | Safety, Growth & Benefits

Kenco Group; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with HSA/HRA/FSA

Supplemental insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kenco Group is seeking a Forklift Operator I to safely operate powered industrial equipment, loading and unloading products for shipping needs. You will scan, label, and manage inventory while following safety procedures in a warehouse environment.

The role requires at least two years of forklift experience, a valid forklift license or the ability to obtain one, and basic computer skills for inventory systems and paperwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years prior forklift operating experience.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or able to obtain license.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Pass Background and Drug screen.
• Basic computer skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Daily safety inspections and paperwork as required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate powered industrial equipment to move products for distribution.
• Load, unload, and store products and materials.
• Stack and transport materials to designated areas.
• Scan products and print labels; complete paperwork as needed.
• Perform daily forklift inspections and maintain safety compliance.
• Assist with inventory counts and housekeeping tasks.
• Report incidents to supervisor and follow SQFI/FDA readiness.

Skills

Forklift operation

Attention to detail

Basic computer skills

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Inventory management systems

Job description

Kenco Group is seeking a Forklift Operator I to safely operate powered industrial equipment, loading and unloading products for shipping needs. You will scan, label, and manage inventory while following safety procedures in a warehouse environment.

The role requires at least two years of forklift experience, a valid forklift license or the ability to obtain one, and basic computer skills for inventory systems and paperwork.