Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse, load and unload shipments, and use powered material-handling equipment. The role combines equipment operation with material-handling and loading/unloading duties; equipment operation may account for 30–90% of the work depending on production peaks. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. The listed schedule is a third shift, Tuesday through Friday, 7 p.m. to 5 a.m. Pay is $20.00 per hour, with an additional $1.00 per hour shift differential.

Requirements

• At least six months of experience operating stand-up material-handling equipment is required.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck; preference is given to applicants with this experience.
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• Six months of warehouse experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience operating an Order (Cherry) Picker, sit-down forklift, clamp forklift, or electric pallet jack.
• Experience in production, manufacturing, warehouse work, general labor, quality control, material handling, loading/unloading, equipment operation, Reach Truck, or Dock Stocker work.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Maintain 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 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 tires and perform cleaning and other related tasks.

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
• Education Level: High school or GED