Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Memphis, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse, load and unload shipments, and prepare products for shipment. Operators may use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The workplace is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. The role includes loading and unloading trucks by hand or with material-handling equipment, picking customer orders using an RF scan gun, and boxing and wrapping pallets. The position is on the second (mid) shift, 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Overtime is required based on business needs. Pay is $20.35 per hour plus a $0.50 shift differential.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of Turret Truck operating experience.
• At least 1 year of Order Picker operating experience.
• At least 6 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 6 months of forklift operation experience.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds regularly.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of Reach Truck operating experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 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.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Keep appropriate inventory accuracy records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, count, stability, and product condition; 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.
• Load and unload trucks by hand or with material-handling equipment.
• Pick customer orders using an RF scan gun.
• Box and wrap pallets to prepare them for shipment.
• 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 program.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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