Forklift Operator in Leawood, Kansas

Location

Leawood, Kansas

Job Type

Full-time

Company

QPS

Hours:6:00am-2:30pm Monday-Friday

Drive efficiency and safety in a fast-paced warehouse environment by expertly operating reach trucks, double walkie riders, and stock pickers. This role is ideal for a skilled operator who takes pride in accuracy, productivity, and maintaining a safe workspace. With a strong focus on inventory control, equipment care, and teamwork, youll play a key role in keeping operations running smoothly while meeting performance standards. Dont miss this associate to hire opportunity for a Forklift Operator in Edgerton, KS.

Forklift Operator Responsibilities include but are not limited to: - Operate power equipment safely, following all company and OSHA guidelines - Successfully complete and maintain forklift certification (re-certification every 2 years) - Use RF scanning equipment to record inventory transactions accurately - Move products to and from designated locations while maintaining accuracy and efficiency - Perform manual inventory counts when required to ensure transaction accuracy - Conduct pre-shift equipment inspections, report any damage, and maintain a clean forklift - Monitor RF equipment functionality and report issues to the supervisor - Utilize warehouse software for equipment login and tracking - Assist with general warehouse duties as assigned

Forklift Operator Requirements: - High school diploma or equivalent required - Minimum 1 year of experience operating forklifts in a warehouse or distribution center - Regular exposure to forklifts and motorized conveyors in a non-climate-controlled warehouse (95% of the time) - Moderate noise levels are present - Frequent standing, lifting (up to 50 pounds), reaching, and walking - Occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, and communicate clearly - Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision - Ability to pass written and driving tests for forklift certification