Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Aberdeen, MD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role includes case-picking and order selecting by hand, handling items up to 45 pounds while operating a sit-down forklift. Operators load and unload shipments and may use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused.

The position is scheduled Friday through Sunday, 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Pay is $19.45 per hour plus a $1.50 shift differential. The first week includes mandatory on-site orientation Tuesday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Full-time employees may qualify for monthly performance and referral bonuses.

Requirements

• Six months of sit-down forklift experience.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• 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.
• Six months of warehouse experience.
• General labor and quality control experience.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other power 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.
• Maintain facility equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Assist with physical inventories.
• Complete daily equipment inspections.
• 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.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.
• Eligible full-time employees may qualify for monthly performance and referral bonuses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed