Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Vonore, TN

3d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a fast-paced, team-oriented, safety-focused warehouse. The introductory role involves operating a double pallet jack to build pallets of mixed products. The work requires standing throughout the shift and repetitive lifting of up to 40 pounds. Operators may use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks to load and unload shipments and move products within the facility. The role calls for safety-minded, quality-focused workers who are adept with technology.

The position is scheduled Sunday through Thursday, 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. Pay is $19.55 per hour plus a $0.75 shift differential. Additional incentives include performance-based monthly and attendance incentives. Forklift Operators use power equipment for approximately 80% of the specified shift and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Be safety-minded, quality-focused, and adept with technology.
• The posting lists a high school diploma or equivalent as preferred.
• The posting lists six months of warehouse experience as preferred.
• The posting lists six months of forklift operation experience.

Nice To Haves

• Warehouse experience, including material-handling skills and operation of various types of material-handling equipment.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of warehouse experience.
• Six months of forklift operation 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 product for shipment, ensuring the correct number and types of products are loaded.
• Maintain appropriate records and reports to support inventory accuracy.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load 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.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on the 30th day.
• Paid time off, including paid holidays and vacation.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.
• Performance-based monthly incentive.
• Attendance incentive.

What This Job Offers

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