Warehouse Lead: Coach, Forklift Operator & Trainer

Kenco; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Warehouse Lead to coach and train warehouse associates, oversee daily tasks, and back up supervision as needed.

You will conduct PIT and annual recertification training, operate equipment, manage shipping/receiving, inventory control, and maintain safety inspections to meet SQFI/FDA and customer requirements. This role requires 2+ years in warehouse ops and 6 months of leadership, with a forklift license and a focus on continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred and ability to pass background check and drug screen.
• Minimum 2 years warehouse/distribution operations experience.
• 6 months experience in leadership or supervision in a distribution environment.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.
• Strong safety mindset and ability to train others in operational procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coach and train warehouse associates and forklift drivers.
• Provide back-up to the supervisor as needed.
• Train and certify Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) and annual recertification.
• Operate powered industrial equipment to move products for distribution.
• Complete paperwork (shipping/tracking labels) per SOPs and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in inventory/cycle counts and report variances.
• Perform daily safety inspections on forklift trucks and maintain inspection readiness.
• Ensure product rotation procedures are followed and report incidents to leadership.
• Review daily production reports and support other warehouse roles as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Decision Quality

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Operator License

Job description

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Warehouse Lead to coach and train warehouse associates, oversee daily tasks, and back up supervision as needed.

You will conduct PIT and annual recertification training, operate equipment, manage shipping/receiving, inventory control, and maintain safety inspections to meet SQFI/FDA and customer requirements. This role requires 2+ years in warehouse ops and 6 months of leadership, with a forklift license and a focus on continuous improvement.