Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Union City, GA

11d • 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 equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. This is a team-oriented, fast-paced, safety-focused environment. The role specifically includes operating stand-up forklifts with slip-sheet attachments for 8–10 hours per shift.

The schedule is second shift, 4:30 p.m.–2:30 a.m., Tuesday through Friday. Pay is $19.75 per hour, plus a $1.00 second-shift premium. Full-time employees may qualify for monthly performance and safety incentive bonuses.

DHL Supply Chain describes itself as an equal opportunity employer and notes that it has been certified as a Great Place to Work in the US and Canada.

Requirements

• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• At least six months operating in a fully racked warehouse environment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• 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 correct 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.

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.
• Eligible full-time employees may qualify for monthly performance and safety incentive bonuses.

What This Job Offers

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