{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"dcdede7fdaa2fc8922dfad6a","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dcdede7fdaa2fc8922dfad6a","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dcdede7fdaa2fc8922dfad6a","title":"Forklift Operator","description":"At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers. Join a company where your contributions help move the world forward—one shipment at a time.\n\nAbout the Position\n\nThe Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Powered Industrial Equipment. The Forklift Operator is responsible for utilizing the lift equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products in preparation for shipping and receiving demands to meet customer needs.\n\nFunctions\nSafely operate Powered Industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as reach, slip sheet, push/pull equipment, and drive-in pallet racking.\nLoad, unload, and store products and/or materials\nStack and/or transport materials and products to designated areas.\nUse equipment to scan product and print labels.\nComplete paperwork and operate inventory management systems as needed.\nEnsure product rotation procedures are followed.\nComplete cycle count as required\nPerform daily safely inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks\nEnsure facility is inspection ready at all times for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.\nCommunicate and report any incidents to supervisor.\nMay perform housekeeping duties\nMiscellaneous tasks as assigned by Supervisor\n\nQualifications\nMinimum two years prior forklift operating experience. Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.\nHigh School Diploma or equivalent preferred.\nPass Background and Drug screen\nBasic computer skills\nAttention to detail\n\nCompetencies\nAction Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.\nCollaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with other to meet shared objectives.\nDecision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.\nOptimize Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.\nSituational Adaptability – Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.\n\nTravel Requirements\nThis position is not expected to travel.\n\nDisclosures\n\nThe statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nKenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.\nPer company policy, all internal job postings expire 14 days from the date they are posted.\n\nThe approximate pay range for this job is:\n\n$17.82 - $26.71\n\nBenefits offered:\n\nMedical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts\n\nSupplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury\n\nDental Insurance\n\nVision Insurance\n\nBasic Life and Supplemental Life\n\nShort Term and Long Term Disability\n\nPaid Parental Leave\n\n401(k)\n\nPaid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)\n\nEmployer Paid Holidays- 10 days\n\nKenco strives to provide a supportive, professional environment for all employees. As a part of Kenco, we expect our team to uphold our three key pillars: be honest, serve, and get better. Each should strive for operational excellence, pursue innovation, and want to grow with our company.\n\nKenco Group is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.\n\nhttps://www.eeoc.gov/poster\n\nhttps://www.kencogroup.com/ccpa-notice-at-collection-for-employees-and-applicants/\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities\nThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)\n\nhttps://www.kencogroup.com/ccpa-notice-at-collection-for-employees-and-applicants/","company":"Kenco","rawCompany":"kenco","city":"Channahon","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":true,"createdAt":"2026-08-25T03:52:39.838Z","occupations":[{"code":"53-7051.00","title":"Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators","slug":"industrial-truck-and-tractor-operators"},{"code":"53-7062.00","title":"Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand","slug":"laborers-and-freight-stock-and-material-movers-hand"},{"code":"53-7065.00","title":"Stockers and Order Fillers","slug":"stockers-and-order-fillers"}],"industries":[{"code":"493110","title":"General Warehousing and Storage","slug":"general-warehousing-and-storage"},{"code":"493190","title":"Other Warehousing and Storage","slug":"other-warehousing-and-storage"},{"code":"561311","title":"Employment Placement Agencies","slug":"employment-placement-agencies"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Forklift Operator","description":"At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers. Join a company where your contributions help move the world forward—one shipment at a time.\n\nAbout the Position\n\nThe Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Powered Industrial Equipment. The Forklift Operator is responsible for utilizing the lift equipment to move, load, unload, and stack products in preparation for shipping and receiving demands to meet customer needs.\n\nFunctions\nSafely operate Powered Industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as reach, slip sheet, push/pull equipment, and drive-in pallet racking.\nLoad, unload, and store products and/or materials\nStack and/or transport materials and products to designated areas.\nUse equipment to scan product and print labels.\nComplete paperwork and operate inventory management systems as needed.\nEnsure product rotation procedures are followed.\nComplete cycle count as required\nPerform daily safely inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks\nEnsure facility is inspection ready at all times for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.\nCommunicate and report any incidents to supervisor.\nMay perform housekeeping duties\nMiscellaneous tasks as assigned by Supervisor\n\nQualifications\nMinimum two years prior forklift operating experience. 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Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nKenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.\nPer company policy, all internal job postings expire 14 days from the date they are posted.\n\nThe approximate pay range for this job is:\n\n$17.82 - $26.71\n\nBenefits offered:\n\nMedical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts\n\nSupplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury\n\nDental Insurance\n\nVision Insurance\n\nBasic Life and Supplemental Life\n\nShort Term and Long Term Disability\n\nPaid Parental Leave\n\n401(k)\n\nPaid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)\n\nEmployer Paid Holidays- 10 days\n\nKenco strives to provide a supportive, professional environment for all employees. As a part of Kenco, we expect our team to uphold our three key pillars: be honest, serve, and get better. Each should strive for operational excellence, pursue innovation, and want to grow with our company.\n\nKenco Group is an Equal-Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.\n\nhttps://www.eeoc.gov/poster\n\nhttps://www.kencogroup.com/ccpa-notice-at-collection-for-employees-and-applicants/\n\nEqual Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities\nThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. 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