Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Spartanburg, IN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse, load and unload shipments, and help maintain inventory accuracy. The role operates a sit-down forklift to load and unload containers and move products within the warehouse. Other material-handling equipment duties may be assigned based on business needs. The warehouse environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. Operators may use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks.

This is a Team A First Shift position, scheduled from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. on a Monday–Sunday rotating shift. Pay is $19.90 per hour, with a $2.00 weekend shift premium for Saturday and Sunday. Full-time employees are eligible to qualify for monthly attendance bonuses.

Requirements

• 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 preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience preferred.
• General warehouse and forklift experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate a sit-down forklift to load and unload containers and move products within the warehouse; perform other material-handling equipment duties as assigned based on business needs.
• 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 records and reports to support inventory accuracy.
• 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 the power source as necessary.
• Keep facility equipment and materials neat, clean, and orderly.
• Assist with physical inventories.
• Complete daily equipment inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on the 30th day.
• PTO program, including paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.
• Monthly attendance bonuses for eligible full-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed