Forklift Operator

DPDHL • Columbus, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse, load and unload shipments, and perform material handling duties. Equipment operation may account for 30–90% of work depending on production peaks; the role requires safe, efficient operation of stand-up Dock Stockers and Reach Trucks. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. The position is scheduled Friday through Sunday, 5:00 AM–5:30 PM, at $19.40 per hour.

Forklift Operators use forklifts and other powered equipment to move, stage, and prepare products for shipment, maintain inventory accuracy, follow safety standards, and keep equipment and materials orderly. They may also assist with physical inventories and perform other duties as assigned.

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.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of warehouse experience.
• Experience with stand-up Dock Stockers and Reach Trucks; first preference is given to candidates with this experience.
• Experience operating other material handling equipment, such as Order (Cherry) Pickers, sit-down forklifts, clamp forklifts, or electric pallet jacks.
• At least six months of experience using a commercial warehouse management system, such as Blue Yonder, Red Prairie, or JDA.
• Experience in production, manufacturing, warehouse work, general labor, quality control, material handling, loading/unloading, or equipment operation.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Maintain appropriate inventory 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.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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