Logistics Specialist- Forklift-- Ashville, OH

It's more than a job

As part of the Contract Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in designing, managing, and optimizing solutions that keep goods moving efficiently. Whether you’re leading a team, engineering processes, or driving projects, your work ensures that our customers’ products are stored, handled, and delivered with precision. From everyday essentials to seasonal items, what we do in Contract Logistics impacts businesses and communities around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, your contribution goes far beyond the warehouse—it helps shape the flow of global trade. 

“If you are a current Kuehne+Nagel employee: Please ensure applications are submitted by Monday, June 29, 2026. KN is committed to supporting internal career growth, and internal candidates will be considered first. When necessary, external candidates will be reviewed to ensure the best fit for the role and business needs.”   

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A Forklift Operator is responsible for moving materials within the warehouse and the loading/unloading of materials onto or from vehicles utilizing a forklift, reaches truck, order picker, pallet jack or other heavy material handling equipment as required. The Forklift Operator is also responsible for receiving, storing, picking, packing, verification, shipping and other various duties as assigned to ensure the full and efficient operation of the National Distribution Center. 

Come Join the team at our new Groveport, Ohio Location!! We have 2 shifts currently available : 1st shift 6:00am-2:30pm and 2nd shift 2:30pm-11:00pm Monday- Friday.

How you create impact

• Operate Material Handling Equipment to load/unload trailers, move, store, and pick materials in accordance with standard procedures.
• Verify, receive, pack, and ship orders, including palletizing and shrink wrapping as needed.
• Conduct pre- and post-operation inspections of equipment to ensure safety and compliance.
• Perform manual material handling tasks, including lifting, standing, and bending for extended periods.
• Follow all safety, quality, and company policies, while supporting general warehouse operations and additional duties as assigned.

What we would like you to bring

High School Education or Equivalent
• 1 year forklift experience required -past certification preferred
• Must be able to drive a Reach Truck
• Basic computer skills 
• Demonstrated attention to detail

What's in it for you

Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. Base wage is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #LI- Onsite

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Individuals with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process may contact us by sending an email to kn.taaccommodations.com

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support portions of the recruitment process, such as reviewing application materials or assisting with scheduling. These tools analyze information to help inform decision making; however, all hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.