Job Description

JOB TITLE: FORKLIFT OPERATOR About This Job: Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan. On behalf of our client, a vibrant, fast-growing beverage company in Kenya, we are looking for a competent, skilled, and experienced Forklift Operator to work in Nyeri, Kenya . Job Purpose To safely and efficiently operate forklifts and other authorized material handling equipment to receive, load, unload, transfer, store, and dispatch materials and finished goods while maintaining inventory integrity, product quality, operational efficiency, and full compliance with safety requirements. Key Responsibilities 1. Material Handling Operations Load and unload raw materials, packaging materials, finished goods, and other inventory from trucks, containers, and production areas. Move inventory to designated storage, staging, production, and dispatch locations accurately and safely. Perform put-away, replenishment, pallet retrieval, and stock transfers as directed. Stack and retrieve pallets from storage racks in accordance with warehouse procedures and load limits. Support warehouse associates during receiving, picking, staging, and dispatch activities. 2. Inventory Control and Traceability Verify item identity, quantities, batch numbers, status, and locations before moving stock. Ensure all stock movements are accurately recorded through approved documents or systems. Report stock discrepancies, location errors, damaged products, and inventory risks immediately . Support cycle counts, stock takes, and variance investigations. 3. Equipment Operation and Maintenance Conduct pre-use forklift inspections and complete daily checklists. Report defects and remove unsafe equipment from service. Maintain forklifts in a clean and serviceable condition and follow refueling or charging procedures. 4. Safety, Quality and Compliance Comply with occupational safety, food safety, quality, environmental, and security requirements. Follow warehouse traffic rules and maintain pedestrian safety. Wear required PPE and report hazards, incidents, and near misses promptly. Support housekeeping and 5S standards. 5. Teamwork and Service Coordinate closely with warehouse associates, production, transport, and quality teams. Provide clear handovers and escalate operational issues promptly. Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the Warehouse Supervisor. Requirements Qualification and Experience Education / Certification Must have a forklift and reach-truck certification from a recognized institution. Must have and maintain a valid NTSA Category G (Plant Operator) license. Certificate or Diploma in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Warehousing is an added advantage. Experience At least 2 years of relevant warehouse, depot, stores, manufacturing, or inventory experience is preferred.