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.
About the Position
The 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.
Functions
Safely operate Powered Industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as standard sit-down or stand-up forklifts, and picker equipment.
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 count as required
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.
May perform housekeeping duties
Miscellaneous tasks as assigned by Supervisor
Qualifications
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
Attention to detail
Benefits offered:
Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life and Supplemental Life
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
401(k)
Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
Employer Paid Holidays- 10 days
Kenco 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.
Kenco 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.
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The 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)
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Skills Required
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
- One year of experience in a warehouse or distribution environment preferred
- Basic computer skills
- Attention to detail
- Pass Background and Drug Screen
- Able to complete physical tasks (stooping, walking, lifting up to 50lbs)
Kenco Group Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Kenco Group and has not been reviewed or approved by Kenco Group.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Incentive pay during the pandemic and abundant overtime are described as available ways to increase earnings. Feedback suggests these opportunities enhanced take-home pay during busier periods.
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Inclusive Benefits Coverage — Health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, PTO and paid holidays, a 401(k), and tuition reimbursement are included. Parental leave for fathers is also noted, indicating a broad core package.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave for fathers is offered in some cases. Feedback suggests this support complements the standard benefits for families.
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What We Do
Kenco provides integrated logistics solutions that include distribution and fulfillment, comprehensive transportation management, material handling services, and information technology—all engineered for Operational Excellence. Building lasting customer relationships for over 70 years, our focus is on common sense solutions that drive uncommon value. Visit Kenco at KencoGroup.com
