Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Rincon, GA

14d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role involves loading and unloading shipments of various sizes and using equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. Forklift operation and related power equipment use account for 80% of the specified shift.

This is a weekend shift position working Friday through Sunday, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pay is $20.10 per hour, with a $2.50 weekend shift differential. Full-time employees are eligible for productivity bonuses after the probationary period. The position requires six months of forklift operation experience. A forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment is required. Warehouse experience and a high school diploma or equivalent are preferred; the employer is willing to train applicants.

Requirements

• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• Ability to pick up and handle up to 50 pounds.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Warehouse Management System experience.
• Experience operating stand-up and sit-down forklifts.
• Ability to use attachments such as clamps, slips, and forks.
• Warehouse experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

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 accuracy records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, including load count, stability, and product condition, and report variances as necessary.
• Change equipment batteries or LP tanks and monitor power sources as necessary.
• Maintain facility equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly manner.
• 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, including paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.
• Productivity bonuses for full-time employees after the probationary period.
• $2.50 weekend shift differential.

What This Job Offers

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