Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain)•Memphis, AL

15d•Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock and materials within a warehouse. The role involves loading and unloading shipments, picking customer orders with equipment and an RF scan gun, and using forklifts or other power equipment. The team environment is fast-paced, safety-focused, and oriented toward collaboration. The operator will work the third shift, 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Monday through Friday, with overtime required based on business needs. Pay is $20.35 per hour, with a $1.00-per-hour shift differential. The work includes continuous lifting of bags weighing up to 40 pounds and may involve chemical odors in various departments. Equipment may include stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The position requires at least one year of Reach Truck operation, at least one year of sit-down forklift operation, and six months of experience with a warehouse management system such as Red Prairie, Blue Yonder, Manhattan, SAP, or AS400. A forklift operator certificate or completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment is required. DHL Supply Chain offers medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the 30th day, paid time off including holidays and vacation, a 401(k) with company match, tuition reimbursement, and training and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

At least one year of Reach Truck operating experience.
At least one year of sit-down forklift operating experience.
At least six months of experience with a warehouse management system such as Red Prairie, Blue Yonder, Manhattan, SAP, or AS400.
Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
At least six months of forklift operation experience.
Ability to continuously lift bags weighing up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Six months of warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment for 80% of the specified shift.
Pick customer orders using equipment and an RF scan gun.
Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
Maintain records and reports to support inventory accuracy.
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.