Forklift Driver

DSV•Winchester, VA

26d•Onsite

About The Position

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics is hiring a full-time Forklift Driver in Winchester, Virginia. The role operates powered industrial trucks to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count merchandise, while ensuring the safe and efficient handling of equipment. The operator is responsible for accurate storage, shipping, and receiving of products in line with safety, security, quality, and productivity standards. The position may also include order-filling and checking duties. The schedule is 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on a rotating 2-2-3 shift. The stated compensation is $22.25 per hour. Associates are expected to meet performance, safety, and quality objectives, follow corporate and site policies, and perform other duties as assigned.

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.
Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
Basic computer skills, including familiarity with RF scanners and warehouse management system functions.
English reading, writing, and verbal skills.
Basic to intermediate math skills to verify product quantities, count inventory, and perform related product-handling 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 thrive in a stimulating, fast-paced work environment.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Unload inbound shipments safely, move products to storage locations, and accurately enter data into the warehouse management system.
Stack and store products in the appropriate areas and maintain an organized work area.
Pick and prepare orders for shipment, ensuring the correct product types and quantities are loaded and shipped.
Perform picking duties efficiently to meet customer service standards and prepare freight accurately and on time.
Check inbound and outbound shipments for accuracy and damage, and report quality variances.
Move products from staging or storage to production lines or staging docks and ensure required documentation accompanies freight.
Maintain inventory records and reports, assist with physical inventories, and ensure proper stock rotation.
Maintain a clean, orderly work area and assist with warehouse security.
Follow standard operating procedures, company and site policies, safety rules, and OSHA/MSDS standards, and 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 equipment daily and perform minor maintenance.
Operate equipment safely and efficiently according to 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; and participate in physical inventories.
Repair pallets when necessary and repair trailers and truck bays as requested.
Help maintain a clean and safe facility and perform other duties as required.