Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Fairburn, GA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role involves operating stand-up forklifts with slip-sheet attachments for 8–10 hours per shift, as well as potentially using stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused.

The schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 4:30 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. 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 describes opportunities for training and career advancement and offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage beginning on the 30th day, paid holidays and vacation through its PTO program, a 401(k) with company match, and tuition reimbursement.

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, preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other power equipment for 80% of the specified shift.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Keep appropriate inventory accuracy records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, including count, stability, and product condition, and report variances as necessary.
• Change equipment batteries or LP tanks and monitor power sources as necessary.
• Maintain facility equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• 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, including paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with generous company match.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.
• Monthly performance and safety incentive bonuses may be available to eligible full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

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