Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain)•Palmetto, GA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role involves loading and unloading shipments of various sizes and may use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. Operators use forklifts and other powered equipment to move, stock, and stage materials for most of the shift, while supporting accurate inventory and shipment preparation. The position is scheduled for the second shift, Tuesday through Friday, from 3:00 PM to 1:00 AM. Pay is $19.75 per hour plus a $1.00 shift premium.

Requirements

At least six months of experience operating a Reach Truck or High Reach forklift.
Six months of forklift operation experience.
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 with a dock stocker.
Experience with an electric pallet jack.
Experience handling Bills of Lading (BOL).

Responsibilities

Load and unload trucks and shipments.
Move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment for 80% of the specified shift.
Perform full-pallet and single-case picking.
Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the correct quantity and types of products are loaded.
Maintain appropriate inventory records and reports.
Follow OSHA and MSDS standards.
Verify load counts, stability, and product condition; report discrepancies 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.