Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Vonore, TN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock between areas in a warehouse. The role involves loading and unloading shipments of various sizes and may use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. This is a team-oriented, fast-paced, safety-focused environment. The introductory work described includes operating a double pallet jack to build pallets of mixed products. The work requires standing for the entire shift and repetitive lifting of up to 40 lbs. Candidates are expected to be safety-minded, quality-focused, and comfortable with technology.

The schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pay is $19.55 per hour, with an attendance incentive. The position requires six months of forklift operation experience. A forklift operator certificate, or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment, is required. A high school diploma or equivalent and six months of warehouse experience are preferred.

Requirements

• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• Remain on feet for the entire shift and repeatedly lift up to 40 lbs.
• Be safety-minded, quality-focused, and adept with technology.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of warehouse experience, including material-handling skills and operation of various material-handling equipment.

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 exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Maintain appropriate inventory-accuracy records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, including count, stability, and product condition, and report variances as needed.
• 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.
• Operate a double pallet jack to build pallets of mixed products.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the 30th day.
• PTO, including paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.
• Attendance incentive.

What This Job Offers

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