Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Gaffney, SC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment and load and unload shipments of varying sizes. The work takes place in a team-oriented, fast-paced, safety-focused setting. Operators use powered equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. Training is available for applicants who need experience operating the listed types of forklifts.

The position is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at $19.45 per hour. Full-time employees are eligible to qualify for quarterly attendance and safety incentive bonuses. Medical, dental, and vision coverage is offered beginning on the 30th day of employment.

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.
• Detail-oriented and a team player.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent, preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience, preferred.
• Experience operating forklifts is preferred; training is available for applicants who need experience operating Reach trucks, Clamp, Dock Stockers, Order (Cherry) Pickers, sit-down forklifts, and Counterbalance forklifts.
• Experience or skills in production, manufacturing, warehouse work, general labor, forklift operation, quality control, material handling, loading/unloading, team leadership, or planning.

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 correct number and types of products are loaded.
• Maintain appropriate inventory accuracy records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, including load count, stability, and product condition, and report variances.
• Change equipment batteries or LP tanks and monitor power sources as needed.
• 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 offered on the 30th day.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.
• Eligible full-time employees may qualify for quarterly attendance and safety incentive bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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