Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Mcdonough, GA

19d • 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 varying sizes and using equipment such as forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. Core duties include case-picking by hand up to 50 pounds and operating material-handling equipment, including an electric pallet jack and reach truck. The position is listed as Weekend B Forklift Operator, with a schedule of 5:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday, Saturday, and Sunday. Pay is $19.75 per hour plus a $2 weekend shift premium. Full-time employees may qualify for monthly performance and safety incentive bonuses.

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.
• A minimum of six months operating a Very Narrow Aisle (VNA) forklift or reach truck.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment for 80% of the specified shift.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Maintain appropriate inventory records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, including 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.
• Case-pick by hand, handling items up to 50 pounds, and operate material-handling equipment including an electric pallet jack and reach truck.

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.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.
• Eligibility for monthly performance and safety incentive bonuses for full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

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