Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Whiteland, IN

11d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role combines operating material-handling equipment with material handling and loading/unloading duties. Equipment operation may account for 30–90% of work depending on production peaks; the general role description states that forklifts or other powered equipment are used for 80% of the specified shift. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused.

The operator loads and unloads shipments, moves and stages products, prepares orders for shipment, maintains inventory records, checks load accuracy and product condition, and performs equipment inspections and upkeep. The position is scheduled Friday through Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pay is $20.50 plus a $1.50 shift differential.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating Order (Cherry) Picker, sit-down, clamp, or electric pallet jack equipment.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Maintain appropriate records and reports to support inventory accuracy.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load count and stability, check for product damage, and report variances as necessary.
• 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

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on the 30th day.
• PTO program, 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