Forklift Operator

DPDHL • Salt Lake City, UT

13d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Second (2nd) Shift Forklift Operator. This role is crucial in one of the world's most essential industries. As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for moving stock within the warehouse environment, loading and unloading shipments, and operating various types of equipment. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. You will be an essential part of everyday life by moving products that people need and want.

Requirements

• Six months forklift operation experience
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 6 months operating a Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) forklift or Reach Truck
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Six months warehouse experience

Responsibilities

• Operating forklifts including fork and clamp attachments
• Utilizing safe lifting practices when handling product up to 100lbs
• Loading and unloading trailers
• Pulling and placing product in rack locations
• Moving stock from one area to another within our warehouse environment
• Loading and unloading shipments of various sizes
• Operating stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks
• 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
• Education Level: High school or GED