Department: Risk & Compliance
Reports To: Junior Warehouse Associate-Kakamega
Location: Kakamega Warehouse
About Food for Education Hungry kids can’t learn or grow.
Food4Education is an award-winning, locally rooted, and African-led solution to end classroom hunger. Building on more than a decade of learning by doing, we’re powering a new school feeding industry and sharing our blueprint to scale sustainable, nutritious, and affordable school feeding programs across Africa.
Today, we serve 600,000 kids DAILY in Kenya. But every day, we deliver more than a meal – improving nutrition and education outcomes for children while also creating jobs and opportunities for whole communities.
We are an experienced and trusted non-profit partner that operates with the excellence of a global business, reinvesting the value we create into local economies.
To learn more, please visit www.food4education.org
Our ValuesAt Food for Education, our values are guiding principles that provide us with purpose and direction and set the tone for our interactions with all stakeholders:
- Build with excellence and curiosity - We’re not afraid to try new things and iterate as much as we can to find the best and most efficient way to get results;
- Be the change you seek - We acknowledge that continuous improvement is a shared responsibility;
- We do what we say; and say what we do - We embrace an ownership mentality;
- Ask why; and commit - Share openly and question respectfully and commit fully. When we understand the why, we are able to work with a purpose.
Position OverviewThe Forklift Operator is responsible for the safe, efficient, and accurate handling of materials within the warehouse. This includes loading and offloading stacks of cereals and other materials, transferring bulk stock between storage zones, pallet stacking, and supporting dispatch operations. The role contributes directly to maintaining warehouse workflow, product integrity, and compliance with all safety and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities - Operate forklifts and other warehouse handling equipment safely and efficiently in accordance with company procedures and safety standards.
- Load and offload stacks of cereals, packaging materials, and other warehouse goods.
- Transfer bulk stock between designated storage zones and production areas as directed.
- Perform accurate pallet stacking to optimize space utilization and maintain organized inventory zones.
- Support dispatch operations by preparing, arranging, and moving goods for shipment.
- Conduct daily equipment inspections and report any mechanical issues or maintenance needs to the supervisor immediately.
- Adhere strictly to internal food safety, workplace safety, and quality assurance protocols.
- Assist with periodic stock counts, inventory reconciliation, and warehouse housekeeping activities.
- Collaborate with warehouse personnel to ensure smooth workflow and timely completion of daily targets.
- Follow all supervisor instructions and operational schedules to maintain efficiency and minimize downtime.
Qualifications and Experience - Education: KCSE Certificate or equivalent.
- Experience: Minimum of 1 year of forklift operation experience, preferably in a warehouse or manufacturing setting. Involves lifting or moving heavy loads as part of normal operations.
- Certification: Valid forklift driving license
Career Growth and DevelopmentWe have a strong culture of constant learning, and we invest in developing our people. You will have check-ins with your manager and receive regular performance feedback. We hold 360 reviews every six months and set aside time to discuss your aspirations and career goals. You will have the opportunity to shape a growing organization and build a rewarding, long-term career.
We are an equal-opportunity employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.
