Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Goodyear, AZ

8d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role combines forklift operation with material handling, loose case picking, and loading and unloading duties. Equipment operation may account for 30–90% of work depending on production peaks; the general role description says forklift or other powered-equipment work accounts for 80% of the specified shift.

The position is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. Operators load and unload shipments, move and stage products, prepare orders for shipment, maintain inventory records, and inspect equipment. Equipment may include stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks.

This is a second-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Pay is $21.35 per hour, with a $1.00-per-hour shift differential. Full-time employees may qualify for monthly performance and safety incentive bonuses.

Requirements

• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• Forklift operator certificate, or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Forklift material handling equipment experience is required.
• Safe and efficient operation of a forklift.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience, preferred.
• Experience operating other material handling equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the 30th day.
• PTO program, including paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.
• Eligible full-time employees may qualify for monthly performance and safety incentive bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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