Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Horn Lake, MS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Forklift Operators move stock between areas in a warehouse, loading and unloading shipments and using equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. Operators also pick customer orders with an RF scan gun and prepare pallets and products for shipment. The role involves regularly lifting up to 35 pounds and operating powered equipment for 80% of the specified shift.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience operating a Reach Truck.
• At least 1 year of experience operating a Dock Stocker.
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of experience operating an Order Picker or Cherry Picker.
• 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.
• Box and wrap pallets to prepare them 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.
• Keep 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 available beginning on the 30th day.
• PTO program, including paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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