Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Whiteland, IN

11d • $21 • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role combines operation of material-handling equipment with material handling and loading/unloading duties. Equipment operation may account for 30–90% of the work depending on production levels; the listed accountabilities describe forklift or power-equipment tasks as 80% of the specified shift.

The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. The operator loads and unloads shipments, prepares products for shipment, maintains inventory accuracy, follows safety standards, and helps keep equipment and materials orderly. The position is on the second shift, Monday through Friday, from 4:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Pay is $20.50 per hour plus a $1.00 shift differential.

Requirements

• At least six months of experience operating stand-up material-handling equipment is required.
• Safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck is required; applicants with this experience receive first preference.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• 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 is preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience is preferred.
• Experience operating other material-handling equipment, such as 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 for 80% of the specified shift.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Keep appropriate inventory records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, including load count, stability, and product condition, and report variances as needed.
• 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 of employment.
• PTO program for all associates, 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