Forklift Driver: 5PM-5:30AM Sun-Wed

DSV•Goodyear, AZ

10h•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator operates powered industrial trucks to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise. The role is accountable for safe and efficient vehicle operation and may also include order-filler and checker duties. The operator stores, ships, and receives products accurately in accordance with company standards for safety, security, productivity, and quality. Associates are expected to meet performance, safety, and quality objectives, follow corporate and site-specific policies, and perform assigned duties as needed. The role includes unloading inbound shipments, moving products to storage, entering data into the warehouse management system, picking and preparing orders, checking shipment accuracy and condition, moving goods between storage, staging, and production areas, maintaining inventory records, and assisting with physical inventories and stock rotation. Operators maintain an orderly work area, inspect and perform minor maintenance on equipment, follow safe work methods, and keep an active forklift certification. Site-specific duties may include changing forklift fuel tanks, labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, repacking, repairing pallets, and helping maintain the facility. Overtime may be required as dictated by business needs. The position is based at DSV’s Goodyear, Arizona location. The scheduled shift is 5:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., Sunday through Wednesday. The warehouse may have unregulated temperatures ranging from mild to moderate during warmer and colder months. The work environment generally has low-to-moderate noise; exposure to fumes, airborne particles, or toxic or caustic chemicals is rare.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 6 months of experience in a logistics, distribution, or relevant environment.
Ability to operate material-handling equipment (MHE).
Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
Basic computer skills, including use of RF scanners and WMS functions.
English reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
Basic to intermediate math skills to verify product quantities, count inventory, and perform related 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 to change and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work in warehouse temperatures that are not regulated and may range from mild to moderate during warmer and colder months.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including frequent bending, constant walking and standing, and lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling 21–50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

1–2 years of experience in a warehouse, logistics, or distribution environment.
1–2 years of forklift experience.
Current or prior MHE certification.

Responsibilities

Unload inbound shipments safely and move products to designated storage locations.
Enter information accurately into the warehouse management system (WMS).
Stack and store products efficiently in appropriate areas and maintain an organized work area.
Pick and prepare orders for shipment, ensuring the correct products and quantities are loaded and shipped.
Prepare freight accurately and promptly for operations as required.
Check inbound and outbound shipments for accuracy and damage, and report quality variances.
Move products from storage or staging areas to production lines or staging docks, ensuring required freight documentation accompanies shipments.
Maintain inventory records and reports, assist with physical inventories, and ensure proper stock rotation.
Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area and assist with warehouse security.
Follow standard operating procedures and corporate and site-specific policies.
Load, unload, move, stack, and stage products and materials using forklifts, clamp trucks, drum attachments, or other powered equipment.
Keep facility equipment and materials neat, clean, and orderly; inspect equipment daily and perform minor maintenance.
Operate equipment safely and efficiently using prescribed work methods, and maintain 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 as needed.
Repair pallets and assist with trailer and truck-bay upkeep as requested.
Help maintain a clean and safe facility and perform other duties as required.
Work overtime when dictated by business needs, whether mandatory or voluntary.