Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain•Desoto, TX

14d•$20•Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role involves loading and unloading shipments of various sizes and using equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. Operators use forklifts or other powered equipment for approximately 80% of the specified shift. The schedule is Friday through Sunday, 5 a.m. to 5 p.m., on third shift. Pay is $20 per hour plus a $1.75 shift premium.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience operating a clamp truck.
Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Six months of warehouse experience.
Six months of forklift operation experience.
Previous experience using an RF scanner.
At least 6 months of experience using a sit-down forklift.
At least 6 months of experience using a stand-up forklift.

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 inventory records and reports.
Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
Verify load accuracy, including count, stability, and product condition, and report variances.
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.