Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Jackson, MO

19d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role involves safely operating forklifts and performing material-handling duties such as loading and unloading, stacking, staging, palletizing, and preparing products for shipment. Operators may use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. The position is on a third shift, with available schedules depending on hiring needs and building location; shift availability may change based on site needs, so flexibility is highly desired. Pay starts at $19.65 per hour, plus a $1.50 per hour shift differential and an additional $1.75 per hour differential when the workday rotates into weekends. Base pay increases to $19.90 after six months, $20.40 after 12 months, and $21.15 after 24 months.

Requirements

• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Flexibility to accommodate shift availability that may change based on site needs is highly desired.

Nice To Haves

• Forklift experience; qualified candidates with a solid work history may be considered without prior forklift experience if willing to be trained.
• Warehouse experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of warehouse experience.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a forklift and other power equipment to load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials for 80% of the specified shift.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Keep appropriate records and reports to support inventory accuracy.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy by checking counts, stability, and product damage, and report variances as necessary.
• Change equipment batteries or LP tanks and monitor the power source as necessary.
• Maintain facility equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Assist in 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.

What This Job Offers

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