Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain•Memphis, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Forklift Operators move stock within a warehouse environment and load and unload shipments of various sizes. The role may involve using stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks in a team-oriented, fast-paced, safety-focused environment. Operators use forklifts or other powered equipment for 80% of the specified shift and help move products that people need and want. The position is first shift, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Overtime is required based on business needs. Pay is $20.00 per hour. The role includes regularly lifting up to 35 pounds.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience operating an Order Picker or Cherry Picker.
At least 1 year of experience operating a reach truck.
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.
Six months of warehouse experience.
Six months of forklift operation experience.

Responsibilities

Load and unload trucks by hand or with material-handling equipment.
Pick customer orders using an RF scan gun.
Wrap and stage pallets for shipment.
Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment.
Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
Maintain appropriate inventory records and reports.
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.