Forklift Operator

DPDHL • Raymore, MO

23d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment and load and unload shipments of various sizes. The role combines equipment operation with material handling and loading/unloading duties; equipment operation may account for 30–90% of the work depending on production peaks, and forklift or power-equipment use is listed as 80% of the specified shift in the accountabilities. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. The position is scheduled Friday through Sunday, 5 p.m. to 3:30 a.m., and pays $22 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 stand-up Dock Stockers and Reach Trucks is required for this position.
• A 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 Order (Cherry) Pickers, sit-down forklifts, clamp forklifts, or electric pallet jacks.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other power equipment.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Maintain appropriate records and reports for inventory accuracy.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy by checking counts, stability, and product damage, 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.

What This Job Offers

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