Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • University Park, IL

63d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to join their team. This role is essential in the logistics industry, involving a combination of equipment operation (30-90% depending on production peak times) and material handling, including loading and unloading duties. The position is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused, contributing to the movement of products that people need. DHL Supply Chain has been certified as a Great Place to Work® in the US and Canada.

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 month’s experience operating stand-up material handling equipment is required.
• Safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck.
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Six months forklift operation experience.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating other material handling equipment such as Order (Cherry) Picker, Sit-down, Clamp, Electric Pallet Jack is also a plus.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred.
• Six months warehouse experience, preferred.

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