Forklift Driver, Slip Sheet- 1st Shift/ Inbound

DSV • Carteret, NJ

1d • $19 - $21 • Onsite

About The Position

The Slip Sheet Forklift Operator operates reach power industrial trucks to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The operator is responsible for safe and efficient equipment operation while meeting company safety, security, productivity, quality, and teamwork standards. The role supports warehouse receiving, put-away, order picking, shipping, inventory control, delivery, housekeeping, compliance, and equipment maintenance. Associates must follow standard operating procedures, corporate and site-specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/MSDS standards, and must maintain an active forklift certification. The position may require overtime, mandatory or voluntary, based on business needs.

The role is based at DSV’s Carteret, New Jersey facility. Work takes place in a warehouse with unregulated seasonal temperatures and may include refrigerated environments consistently around 50 degrees Fahrenheit. The work environment is usually low to moderate in noise, with rare exposure to fumes, airborne particles, or toxic or caustic chemicals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months of experience working in a logistics, distribution, or relevant environment.
• Demonstrated ability to operate a Slip Sheet Forklift machine.
• Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
• Basic computer skills, including use of RF scanners and WMS functions.
• English reading, writing, and verbal skills.
• Basic to intermediate mathematical skills to verify product quantities, count inventory, and perform related handling, storage, 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.
• Ability to work in warehouse temperatures that are not regulated and vary with warmer and colder months.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including frequent bending, constant walking and standing, and occasional handling/fingering and sitting.

Nice To Haves

• 1–2 years of warehouse, logistics, or distribution experience.
• 1–2 years of proven forklift experience.
• 1–2 years of proven stand-up reach lift experience.
• 1–2 years of Slip Sheet machine experience.
• Current or prior MHE certification.
• Ability to operate an Electric Pallet Jack and Dock Loader (Pacer) when needed.

Responsibilities

• Accurately enter information into the WMS and efficiently stack and store products in the appropriate areas.
• Maintain an organized work area and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the correct product type and quantity 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 undamaged, and report quality variances.
• Support customer satisfaction, a clean and safe work environment, risk prevention, continuous improvement, and 5S initiatives.
• Move products from staging or storage to production lines or staging docks and ensure appropriate documentation accompanies freight.
• Maintain inventory records and reports, assist with physical inventories, and ensure proper stock rotation.
• Keep the facility, work area, and equipment clean, neat, orderly, and safe; follow operating procedures, company and site policies, safety rules, and OSHA/MSDS standards.
• Use a pick slip forklift, reach forklift, or other powered equipment to load, unload, move, stack, and stage products and materials from elevated racking and varied racking media.
• Inspect forklifts and other equipment daily, report issues, complete daily OSHA safety checklist inspections, and operate equipment safely according to prescribed work methods.
• Maintain active forklift certification and help correct improperly stored or unsafe/tipped pallets at elevation.
• Perform or assist with building, grounds, and equipment maintenance.
• Perform assigned labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, repacking, pallet repair, trailer, and truck-bay work; change forklift fuel tanks when assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned and work overtime as dictated by business needs.
• Lift, carry, push, or pull 21–50 pounds; reach above shoulder or outward; squat or kneel; and walk or stand for extended periods.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts for eligible plans.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Wellness resources and Employee Assistance Program services.
• Participation in the DSV 401(k) plan, with company matching contributions of up to 5%.
• Paid time off programs and paid company holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED