Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain)•Lebanon, IN

34d•Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role combines forklift operation, typically 30–90% depending on production peak times, with material handling and loading/unloading duties. Operators load and unload shipments, move and stage products, and may use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. The role is scheduled for second shift, Monday through Thursday, 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., with pay of $20.50 per hour plus a $1 shift differential, for $21.50 per hour.

Requirements

At least six months of forklift operation experience.
At least six months of experience operating stand-up material handling equipment is required; safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck is required for the position.
Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Six months of warehouse experience.
Experience operating other material handling equipment, such as an Order (Cherry) Picker, sit-down forklift, clamp forklift, or electric pallet jack.

Responsibilities

Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment.
Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
Maintain appropriate inventory records and reports.
Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
Verify load accuracy, count, stability, and product condition; 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.
Perform material handling and loading/unloading duties.