Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • San Jose, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role combines forklift operation—which may account for 30–90% of duties depending on production peak times—with material handling, loose case picking, and loading and unloading. Operators load and unload shipments of various sizes and may use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused.

This is a third-shift position, scheduled from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., Sunday through Thursday. The pay rate is $29.10 per hour, plus a $3.00 shift differential. Full-time employees may qualify for monthly performance and safety incentive bonuses. DHL describes itself as an equal opportunity employer.

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.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating material handling equipment other than forklifts.

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 accuracy, including count, stability, and product condition, and 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 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.
• 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