Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Union City, GA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse and load and unload shipments of various sizes. The role operates in a team-oriented, fast-paced, safety-focused environment and may involve stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. This position requires working in a cold environment of 34 degrees. Case-picking by hand up to 35 pounds is approximately 5% of the day; operating material-handling equipment, including a stand-up forklift, is approximately 95% of the day.

The schedule is the first shift, 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Saturday through Monday. Pay is $19.75 per hour. Full-time employees may qualify for a monthly performance incentive bonus.

Requirements

• At least six months of stand-up forklift operating experience is identified as an ideal-candidate qualification.
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• Able to work in a 34-degree environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Six months of stand-up forklift operating experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Keep appropriate inventory records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, count, stability, and product condition, and report variances as necessary.
• Change equipment batteries or LP tanks and monitor power sources as necessary.
• Maintain facility equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Assist with physical inventories.
• Complete daily equipment inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Case-pick by hand, including handling items up to 35 pounds.

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.
• Eligible full-time employees may qualify for a monthly performance incentive bonus.

What This Job Offers

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