Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Plainfield, IN

7d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse. The role combines equipment operation—which may vary from 30% to 90% depending on production peaks—with material handling and loading and unloading duties. Operators use equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks in a team-oriented, fast-paced, safety-focused environment. The role is scheduled Monday through Friday on the second shift, from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m., and pays $21.50 per hour, including a $1 shift differential.

The role requires safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck. Applicants with at least six months of stand-up material-handling equipment experience receive first preference. Experience with other equipment, including an Order (Cherry) Picker, sit-down forklift, clamp forklift, or electric pallet jack, is a plus.

Requirements

• At least six months of forklift operation experience.
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating an Order (Cherry) Picker, sit-down forklift, clamp forklift, or electric pallet jack.
• Applicants with stand-up material-handling equipment experience receive first preference.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment for 80% of the specified shift.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the correct number and types of products are loaded.
• Maintain appropriate inventory records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, including load count, stability, and product condition, and report variances.
• Change equipment batteries or LP tanks and monitor power sources as needed.
• Keep facility equipment and materials neat, clean, and orderly.
• Assist with physical inventories.
• Complete daily equipment inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on the 30th day.
• Paid time off, including paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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