Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain•Southaven, MS

19d•Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator for its first weekend shift, scheduled Friday through Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The role pays $20.35 per hour, with a $2.00-per-hour shift differential and a $2.25-per-hour freezer incentive. Overtime is required based on business needs. The position involves using an RF scanner, case picking, lifting up to 35 pounds, and working in a freezer or cooler. Forklift Operators move stock within a warehouse, load and unload shipments, and may operate stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. Operators use forklifts or other powered equipment for approximately 80% of the specified shift and support accurate shipment preparation, inventory records, equipment upkeep, and facility cleanliness. DHL Supply Chain describes itself as a Great Place to Work® and Top Employer in the US. The organization is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

At least 1 year of Reach Truck operating experience.
At least 1 year of Dock Stocker operating experience.
At least 6 months of RF Scanner experience.
At least 6 months of experience with a Warehouse Management System such as Red Prairie, Blue Yonder, Manhattan, SAP, or AS400.
Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
Ability to work in a freezer or cooler.
Overtime is required based on business needs.

Nice To Haves

At least 6 months of Clamp truck operating experience.
At least 6 months of experience operating an Order Picker or Cherry Picker.
High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
Six months of warehouse experience (preferred).
Six months of forklift operation experience.

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 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, including count, stability, and product condition, and report variances as necessary.
Change equipment batteries or LP tanks and monitor power sources as necessary.
Keep facility equipment and materials neat, clean, and orderly.
Assist with physical inventories.
Complete daily equipment inspections.
Perform other duties as assigned.