Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Southaven, MS

9d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse, load and unload shipments, and use forklifts or other powered equipment. The role is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. Operators spend 80% of the specified shift loading, unloading, moving, stocking, and staging products and materials. The position is on the first weekend shift, Friday through Sunday, from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Overtime is required based on business needs. Pay is $20.35 per hour, with a $2.00-per-hour shift differential and a $2.25-per-hour freezer incentive. Work includes case picking, use of an RF scanner, lifting up to 35 pounds, and working in a freezer or cooler.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of Reach Truck operating experience.
• At least 1 year of Dock Stocker operating experience.
• At least 6 months of experience using an RF Scanner.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• At least 6 months of Clamp truck operating experience.
• At least 6 months of Order Picker or Cherry Picker 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 correct number and types of products are loaded.
• Maintain 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

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

What This Job Offers

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