Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Wilmer, TX

13d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment and load and unload shipments of various sizes. Operators may use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. Core work includes case and order picking, moving product with powered equipment, handling materials, and loading and unloading insulation products. Material handling may require lifting up to 50 pounds and frequent lifting, bending, and standing.

The role is on the first shift, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, at $20.00 per hour. Forklift operators use powered equipment for 80% of the specified shift and follow safety and inventory procedures.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience operating an electric pallet jack.
• Previous case-picking experience.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Ability to perform material handling that requires lifting up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of warehouse experience.
• Previous experience using an RF scanner.
• Previous sit-down forklift experience.
• At least six months of experience operating material-handling equipment.
• Experience with continuous physical demands such as lifting, bending, and standing.

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 quantity and types are loaded.
• Maintain appropriate inventory records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, 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.
• Pick cases and orders and handle materials, including loading and unloading insulation products.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED