Warehouse Lead & Safety Coach (Forklift Certified)

KLS Kenco Logistic Services, LLC; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (HSA/HRA/FSA)

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off (approx. 2 weeks)

Employer Paid Holidays

Job summary

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Warehouse Lead in Indiana to coach and train warehouse associates, supervise daily tasks, and back up the supervisor as needed. This role covers shipping/receiving, inventory control, and general warehouse functions, including forklift operations.

The Lead will conduct safety and PIT trainings, perform observations, and ensure regulatory compliance while supporting a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency in the distribution environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; able to pass background check and drug screen.
• Minimum 2 years warehouse/distribution operations experience.
• 6 months leadership or supervisory experience in a distribution environment.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.

Responsibilities

• Train new warehouse associates and forklift drivers and conduct PIT and annual recertification training.
• Conduct EIP, performance, and maintenance observations.
• Safely operate powered industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as clamp/slip sheet equipment; load, unload, and store materials/products in designated areas.
• Complete applicable paperwork per SOPs and regulatory agencies (DOT, IATA, IMDG, etc.).
• Participate in inventory/cycle counts and report variances to leadership.
• 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.
• Ensure product rotation procedures are followed.
• Review and analyze daily production reports.
• Serve as backup to other warehouse roles, as needed.
• Other duties as needed depending on department.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Training

Safety awareness

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Operator license

PIT Certification

Job description

Kenco Logistics is seeking a Warehouse Lead in Indiana to coach and train warehouse associates, supervise daily tasks, and back up the supervisor as needed. This role covers shipping/receiving, inventory control, and general warehouse functions, including forklift operations.

The Lead will conduct safety and PIT trainings, perform observations, and ensure regulatory compliance while supporting a culture of continuous improvement and efficiency in the distribution environment.