Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Heath, OH

11d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The work combines equipment operation with material handling and loading/unloading duties; equipment operation may account for 30–90% of the role depending on production peaks. Operators load and unload shipments and may use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The workplace is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused.

This is a second-shift position scheduled from 4:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m., every other Wednesday and every Thursday through Saturday. Pay is $20.15 per hour, with an additional $1.00 per hour for working second shift. The position is onsite.

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.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of warehouse experience.
• Experience or skills in production, manufacturing, warehouse work, general labor, forklift operation, quality control, material handling, loading/unloading, equipment operation, reach truck, or dock stocker.

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 quantities and product types are loaded.
• Maintain appropriate inventory accuracy 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.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on the 30th day.
• PTO program for all associates, including paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.
• Additional $1.00 per hour for working second shift.

What This Job Offers

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