Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Desoto, TX

23d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock between areas in 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. The position is onsite, first shift, Monday through Thursday, from 5:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., at $20 per hour.

Forklift Operators spend 80% of the specified shift loading, unloading, moving, stocking, and staging products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment. They also prepare shipments, maintain inventory records, check load accuracy and product condition, comply with safety standards, inspect and maintain equipment, and assist with physical inventories.

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.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of warehouse 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 for 80% of the specified shift.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Keep 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.
• Maintain facility equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Assist in physical inventories.
• Complete daily equipment inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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