Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Gaffney, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a night-shift Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment and load and unload shipments. Operators use equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. Experienced operators are preferred, but applicants may be trained to operate several types of forklifts, including reach trucks, clamp, dock stockers, order (cherry) pickers, sit-down, and counterbalance forklifts. The role pays $19.45 per hour. Full-time employees may qualify for quarterly attendance and safety incentive bonuses.

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.
• Six months of warehouse experience.
• Experience operating forklifts; training may be provided for applicants who need it.

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 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