Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Whiteland, IN

23d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a fast-paced, team-oriented, safety-focused warehouse. The position combines equipment operation with material handling and loading/unloading duties. Equipment operation may account for 30–90% of the role depending on production peak times; the role description also states that operators use forklifts or other power equipment for 80% of the specified shift. Duties include moving, staging, loading, and unloading products and materials, preparing shipments, maintaining inventory records, and inspecting equipment. The role is on second shift, Monday through Thursday, listed as 5 p.m.–31. Base pay is $20.50 per hour plus a $1 shift differential, for $21.50 total.

Requirements

• At least six months of experience operating stand-up material-handling equipment is required.
• At least six months of forklift operation experience.
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck is required for the described equipment work.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience 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 power equipment.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the correct number and types of products are loaded.
• Keep appropriate inventory accuracy records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, including count, stability, and product damage, and report variances as necessary.
• Change equipment batteries or LP tanks and monitor the power source as necessary.
• Maintain equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly condition.
• Assist with physical inventories.
• Complete daily equipment inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on the 30th day.
• Paid time off program, including paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED