Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Trinity, AL

28d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to play a part in one of the world’s most essential industries. This role is responsible for moving stock from one area to another within our warehouse environment. You’ll load and unload shipments of various sizes, and you may use certain types of equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. Our environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. We move products that people need and want. At DHL, YOU will be an essential part of everyday life.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year experience operating stand up material handling equipment is required
• Safe and efficient operation of a stand up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck
• Experience operating other material handling equipment such as Order Cherry Picker; Sit down; Clamp; Electric Pallet.
• Ability to spend 80 percent of the time operating powered material handling equipment and RF Scanning.
• 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 such as Order Cherry Picker; Sit down; Clamp; Electric Pallet.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred
• Six months warehouse experience, preferred
• Six months forklift operation experience

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 opportunities

What This Job Offers

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