Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Tunkhannock, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator for outbound work in a warehouse and manufacturing facility environment. The operator moves stock, raw materials, finished products, and production supplies between areas, and loads and unloads shipments using forklifts and other powered equipment. The role is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. Forklift operation and other material handling account for 80% of the specified shift.

The stated shift is 6:00 PM to 6:15 AM on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule, including every other weekend. Pay is $21.25 per hour, including plant and shift premium, plus an additional $2 per hour weekend night premium.

The role requires a forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment. A high school diploma or equivalent, six months of warehouse experience, and six months of forklift operation experience are preferred. DHL describes itself as an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• 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.
• Six months of warehouse experience.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate sit-down, gas-powered forklifts throughout a large manufacturing facility.
• Use forklift attachments, including clamps, to move raw materials, finished products, and production supplies.
• Load trucks, trailers, pallets, and materials in shipping, receiving, and outbound areas.
• Transport and stage materials.
• 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.
• Keep appropriate 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 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 fashion.
• Assist with physical inventories.
• Complete daily equipment inspections and follow site safety procedures and material-handling guidelines.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the 30th day.
• Paid holidays and vacation through the PTO program.
• 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