Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Goodyear, AZ

7d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse. The role combines forklift operation—approximately 30–90% depending on production peaks—with material handling, loose case picking, and loading and unloading. Operators load and unload shipments 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.

The position is first shift, Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at $21.35 per hour. The role requires safe and efficient forklift operation; experience with other material handling equipment is a plus. A forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment is required.

Requirements

• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Safe and efficient forklift operation.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating other material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other power equipment for 80% of the specified shift.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the correct 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.
• Perform material handling, loose case picking, and loading and unloading duties.

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.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED