Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Memphis, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Forklift Operators move stock between areas in a warehouse and load and unload shipments of various sizes. They may operate stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. This position is on the second shift, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with overtime required based on business needs. Pay is $20.35 per hour plus a $1.00 shift differential.

Core tasks include loading and unloading trucks by hand or with material-handling equipment, picking customer orders using an RF scan gun, and boxing and wrapping pallets for shipment. The role requires regularly lifting up to 35 pounds.

Requirements

• At least one year of experience operating a Reach Truck.
• At least one year of experience operating a Dock Stocker.
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• Ability to regularly lift up to 35 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience operating an Order Picker or Cherry Picker.
• 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 for 80% of the specified shift.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Keep appropriate records and reports to support inventory accuracy.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy by checking load count, stability, and product damage, 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.
• Load and unload trucks by hand or with material-handling equipment.
• Pick customer orders using an RF scan gun.
• Box and wrap pallets to prepare them for shipment.

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
• Education Level: High school or GED