Forklift Operator

Deutsche Post DHL Group • Washington, WV

113d • $17

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the world's most essential industries. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In a global business like ours, the opportunities are endless. So, join us. Work with us. Grow with us. The core responsibilities of this role include: Warehousing, General Labor, Forklift Operation, Attention to Detail, Material Handling, Loading/Unloading, and Basic Mathematics. Position: Forklift Operator Shift: Forklift Operators must be able to work ANY Shift, including a rotating 12-hour shift. The shift that you train on may not be the shift that you will be assigned to after training completion. Pay: $17.50 per hour Additional Incentives: Shift premium/differential pay for working afternoon shift ($0.75/hour), night shift ($0.75/hour), and rotating 12-hour shifts ($1.00/hour). Training Bonus after completion of 90 days.

Requirements

• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred.
• Six months warehouse experience, preferred.
• Six months forklift operation experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating other material handling equipment such as Order (Cherry) Picker, Stand-up, Clamp, Electric Pallet Jack.
• Ability to use a commercial WMS (Warehouse Management System) such as Blue Yonder, Red Prairie, JDA, SAP.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using various types of forklifts or other power equipment 80% of specified shift.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment ensuring the exact number and types of product is loaded.
• Keep appropriate records and reports for inventory accuracy.
• Comply with all OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy; check the load count, stability, and product damage, report variances as necessary.
• Change equipment battery or LP tank and monitor power source as necessary.
• Maintain the facility's equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Assist in physical inventories.
• Complete daily inspection of equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on your 30th day.
• PTO program for all associates, including paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with generous company match.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Excellent training and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Couriers and Messengers
• Education Level: High school or GED