Forklift Operator 2nd Shift (4pm-12am) - $21 + $1 Shift Differential

About the role

As a Forklift Operator at Kenco Logistics, you’ll be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Powered Industrial Equipment. You’ll move, load, unload, and stack products to meet shipping and receiving demands, ensuring customer needs are met in a dynamic and supportive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Powered Industrial equipment (e.g., standard sit-down or stand-up forklifts, clamp, and picker equipment) to move products or materials for distribution.
• 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 counts as required.
• Perform daily safety inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks.
• Ensure the facility is inspection-ready at all times for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.
• Communicate and report any incidents to supervisor.
• Perform housekeeping duties as needed.
• Complete miscellaneous tasks as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• 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.
• Strong attention to detail.

Skills

• Action Oriented: Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Decision Quality: Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Optimize Work Processes: Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Situational Adaptability: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands.

Pay

The approximate pay range for this job is $16.45 - $24.70 per hour.

Benefits

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA, and FSA accounts.
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accidental injury.
• Dental Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance.
• Short Term and Long Term Disability.
• Paid Parental Leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Time Off (approximately 2 weeks, accrual begins on Day 1 of employment).
• 10 paid employer holidays.

This position is not expected to require travel.