Forklift Operator

DPDHL • Lathrop, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Second (2nd) Shift Forklift Operator. This role is a combination of equipment operation (30-90% depending on production peak times) and material handling, loose case picking, and loading/unloading duties. The position is in a team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused warehouse environment. Operators are responsible for moving stock, loading and unloading shipments, and may use equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. DHL Supply Chain has been certified as a Great Place to Work® in the US and Canada.

Requirements

• Six months forklift operation experience
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating other material handling equipment is also a plus.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred
• Six months warehouse experience, preferred

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using various types of forklifts or other power equipment 80% of specified shift.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment ensuring the exact number and types of product is loaded.
• Keep appropriate records and reports for inventory accuracy.
• Comply with all OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy; check the load count, stability, and product damage, report variances as necessary.
• Change equipment battery or LP tank and monitor power source as necessary.
• Maintain the facility’s equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Assist in physical inventories.
• Complete daily inspection of equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on your 30th day
• PTO program for all associates, including paid holidays and vacation
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Excellent training and career advancement opportunity

What This Job Offers

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