Forklift Operator
About The Position
DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role combines equipment operation—which may account for 30–90% of work depending on production peaks—with material handling and loading and unloading duties. Operators use equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. The position is on second shift, Monday through Thursday, from 4:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. Base pay is $20.50 per hour, plus a $1 shift differential, for a stated rate of $21.50. The role requires at least six months of forklift operating experience, including experience operating stand-up material-handling equipment. A forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of forklift training within the first 30 days of employment is required.
Requirements
- At least six months of forklift operation experience.
- At least six months of experience operating stand-up material-handling equipment is required for this role; safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck is specified.
- Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Six months of warehouse experience is preferred.
- Experience operating an Order (Cherry) Picker, sit-down forklift, clamp forklift, or electric pallet jack is a plus.
Responsibilities
- Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment.
- Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the correct quantities and product types 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.
- 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 beginning on the 30th day.
- PTO program, including paid holidays and vacation.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Tuition reimbursement program.
- Training and career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
