Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Vonore, TN

71d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to join their team. This role is introductory and involves operating a double pallet jack to build pallets of mixed products. The position requires being on your feet for the entire shift and involves repetitive lifting up to 40 lbs. Expectations include being safety-minded, quality-focused, and adept with technology. The Forklift Operators are responsible for moving stock from one area to another within the warehouse environment, loading and unloading shipments of various sizes, and may use equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused.

Requirements

• Six months forklift operation experience.
• Warehouse experience including material handling skills operating various MHE.
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred
• Six months warehouse experience, preferred

Responsibilities

• 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