Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Phoenix, AZ

43d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator for their first shift. This role is crucial in the logistics industry, where you will be an essential part of everyday life by moving products that people need and want. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. As a Forklift Operator, you will be responsible for moving stock within the warehouse, loading and unloading shipments, and operating various types of equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks.

Requirements

• 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

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Six months warehouse experience

Responsibilities

• Moving trailers and containers within the yard
• Positioning equipment safely and accurately
• Inspecting trailers and equipment for damage and safety issues
• Maintaining yard organization
• Communicating with warehouse staff and CSR (Customer Service Representative)
• Recording trailer locations and moves
• Performing basic equipment checks
• Ensuring compliance with safety procedures
• Supporting dock operations
• Assisting with audits and inventory control related to trailers and yard assets
• 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