Forklift Operator

DPDHL • Louisville, KY

18d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator for their 3rd shift (11:00 PM - 7:00 AM, Sunday - Thursday). This role is crucial in a fast-paced, safety-focused, and team-oriented warehouse environment. The Forklift Operator will be responsible for moving stock, loading and unloading shipments, and operating various types of equipment including stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. This position offers a pay rate of $20.35 per hour plus a $2.00 shift differential. DHL Supply Chain has been certified as a Great Place to Work® in the US and Canada.

Requirements

• Six months forklift operation experience
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 6 months warehouse experience is required.
• A minimum of 6 months Forklift experience is preferred.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred
• Six months warehouse experience, preferred

Responsibilities

• Moving stock from one area to another within the warehouse environment.
• Loading and unloading shipments of various sizes.
• Operating equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks.
• 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