Warehouse Lead & Training Coach

KLS Kenco Logistic Services, LLC; Jeffersonville (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

Short/Long-term disability

Paid time off

401(k)

Job summary

Kenco is seeking a Warehouse Lead in Indiana to coach and train warehouse associates, provide backup to supervisors, and ensure efficient daily operations on the distribution floor. The role covers training, safety, and various warehouse tasks across departments.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in warehousing and leadership experience, with a forklift license or the ability to obtain one. Expect responsibilities spanning shipping/receiving, inventory, and process improvements in a

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Train new warehouse associates and forklift drivers and conduct Powered Industrial Truck (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 (i.e. shipping/tracking labels) per standard operating procedures and applicable regulatory agencies (i.e. DOT, IATA, IMDG, etc.)
• Participate in inventory/cycle count activities as needed and report variances to leadership.
• 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 Ensure product rotation procedures are followed.
• Review and Analyze daily production reports.
• Serve as backup to other warehouse roles, as needed.
• Depending on specific department other duties may apply.

Skills

Leadership experience

Warehouse operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Operator License

Job description

Kenco is seeking a Warehouse Lead in Indiana to coach and train warehouse associates, provide backup to supervisors, and ensure efficient daily operations on the distribution floor. The role covers training, safety, and various warehouse tasks across departments.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years in warehousing and leadership experience, with a forklift license or the ability to obtain one. Expect responsibilities spanning shipping/receiving, inventory, and process improvements in a