Forklift Driver, Operations I

DSV•Winchester, VA

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator operates powered industrial trucks to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The operator is accountable for safe and efficient vehicle operation and may also perform order-filler and checker duties. The role supports accurate storage, shipping, and receiving of products while meeting company safety, security, productivity, and quality standards. Associates are expected to follow corporate and site-specific policies and may perform a range of warehouse duties. The position is based at DSV’s Winchester, Virginia location. Listed schedules are Monday through Friday, 5:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. for first shift and 1:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. for second shift, or Sunday night through Thursday night, 9:30 p.m.–5:30 a.m. for third shift. Compensation is listed as $22.25 per hour, with a $1.50 shift differential for second and third shifts. Work includes receiving and putting away products, order picking and shipment preparation, quality checks, moving freight to production or staging areas, inventory control, warehouse housekeeping and safety compliance, equipment inspection and minor maintenance, and other assigned facility or warehouse tasks. The role requires an active forklift certification and completion of a forklift training program.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Six months of experience in a logistics, distribution, or relevant environment.
Ability to operate material handling equipment (MHE).
Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program and maintenance of an active forklift certification.
Basic computer skills, including RF scanners and WMS functions.
English reading, writing, and verbal skills.
Basic to intermediate math skills for verifying product quantities, counting inventory, and related handling and distribution duties.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance.
Ability to adapt effectively to change and work in a stimulating, fast-paced environment.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience in a warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment.
One to two years of forklift experience.
Current or prior MHE certification.

Responsibilities

Unload inbound shipments safely and move products to storage locations; enter data accurately into the warehouse management system (WMS).
Stack and store products in appropriate areas and maintain an organized work area.
Pick and prepare orders for shipment, ensuring the correct type and quantity of products are loaded and shipped.
Perform picking duties efficiently to meet customer service standards and prepare freight accurately and on time.
Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage, and report quality variances.
Move products from staging or storage to production lines or staging docks and ensure proper documentation accompanies freight.
Maintain inventory records and reports, assist with physical inventories, and ensure proper stock rotation.
Maintain a clean, neat, orderly, and secure warehouse work area; comply with standard operating procedures, site and corporate policies, safety rules, and OSHA/MSDS standards; participate in safety meetings.
Use forklifts, clamp trucks, drum attachments, and other powered equipment to load, unload, move, stack, and stage products and materials.
Keep facility equipment and materials neat, clean, and orderly; inspect forklifts and other equipment daily and perform minor maintenance.
Operate equipment safely and efficiently according to prescribed work methods and maintain an active forklift certification.
Perform or assist with building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as assigned.
Change forklift fuel tanks as needed; perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking; repair pallets and assist with trailers and truck bays as requested.
Perform other duties as required.