Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Vonore, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. Operators load and unload shipments and may use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The workplace is described as team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. The introductory role involves operating a double pallet jack to build pallets of mixed products. The position requires being on your feet for the entire shift and repetitive lifting of up to 40 pounds. The role is on the first shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at $19.55 per hour, with an attendance incentive. The position is onsite.

Requirements

• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Safety-minded and quality-focused, with comfort using technology.
• Able to remain on feet for the entire shift and repeatedly lift up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of warehouse experience.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• Warehouse experience involving material handling and operation of various material handling equipment.

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 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 load count, stability, and product condition, and report variances as necessary.
• Change equipment batteries or LP tanks and monitor power sources as necessary.
• Keep facility equipment and materials neat, clean, and orderly.
• Assist with physical inventories.
• Complete daily equipment inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Build pallets of mixed products using a double pallet jack.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on the 30th day.
• Paid time off, including paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.
• Attendance incentive.

What This Job Offers

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