Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Springfield, MO

9d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role combines equipment operation—which may account for 30–90% of work depending on production peaks—with material handling and loading and unloading duties. The facility is refrigerated and located inside the Springfield Underground. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused.

The operator loads and unloads shipments, moves and stages products, and may operate stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. Safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck is required; applicants with this experience receive first preference. Experience with Order (Cherry) Pickers, sit-down forklifts, clamp forklifts, or electric pallet jacks is also a plus. The listed schedule is Monday, Saturday, and Sunday, with shifts of 5 a.m.–5 p.m. or 7 a.m.–7 p.m. Pay is $22.90 per hour.

Requirements

• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck is required; first preference will be given to applicants with this experience.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of warehouse experience.
• Experience operating Order (Cherry) Pickers, sit-down forklifts, clamp forklifts, or electric pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the correct number and types of products are loaded.
• Keep appropriate inventory accuracy records and reports.
• 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.
• 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 beginning on the 30th day.
• PTO program, including paid holidays and vacation.
• 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