Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Whiteland, IN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role combines operating material-handling equipment—approximately 30–90% of the time depending on production peaks—with material handling and loading and unloading duties. Operators use equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks to move products. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused.

The position is on the first shift and pays $20.50 base pay. Safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck is required; applicants with experience on this equipment receive first preference. Experience with other equipment, including an Order (Cherry) Picker, sit-down forklift, clamp, or electric pallet jack, is a plus.

Requirements

• At least six months of experience operating stand-up material-handling equipment.
• Safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck.
• 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 operating an Order (Cherry) Picker, sit-down forklift, clamp, or electric pallet jack.

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.
• 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.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage 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