Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Aurora, CO

10d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator for their 1st shift (6:30 am - 3:30 pm, Monday-Friday). This role involves receiving and shipping materials using forklifts, along with general warehouse duties such as inventory, cycle counting, palletizing finished goods, and dumping cans & lids. The position also requires assisting with the handling and shipment of hazardous waste and materials. Candidates must be at least 21 years old and wear safety gear including safety shoes, a bump cap, safety glasses, and long sleeves in the warehouse. DHL Supply Chain has been certified as a Great Place to Work® in the US and Canada.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year using a Sit Down, Single-Doubles or similar forklifts
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Required to wear safety shoes, bump cap, safety glasses and long sleeves in the warehouse
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment
• Six months forklift operation experience

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience working with Hazardous Materials
• High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred
• Six months warehouse experience, preferred

Responsibilities

• Receiving and shipping materials using forklifts
• General warehouse duties such as inventory, cycle counting, palletizing finished goods, and dumping cans & lids
• Assist with the handling and shipment of hazardous waste and materials
• Moving stock from one area to another within the warehouse environment
• Loading and unloading shipments of various sizes
• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using various types of forklifts or other power equipment 80% of specified shift
• Pull and prepare product for shipment ensuring the exact number and types of product is loaded
• Keep appropriate records and reports for inventory accuracy
• Comply with all OSHA and MSDS standards
• Verify load accuracy; check the load count, stability, and product damage, report variances as necessary
• Change equipment battery or LP tank and monitor power source as necessary
• Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion
• Assist in physical inventories
• Complete daily inspection of equipment
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on your 30th day
• PTO program for all associates, including paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Excellent training and career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

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