Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Bowling Green, KY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role combines equipment operation—which may account for 30–90% of work depending on production peak times—with material handling and loading/unloading duties. Operators load and unload shipments, move and stage products, and may use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused.

The schedule is 7:00 AM–7:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday; overtime is required based on business needs. Pay is $19.60 per hour. The position requires safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck, with first preference given to candidates who have experience using this equipment.

Requirements

• At least 6 months of experience operating stand-up material handling equipment is required.
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck.
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• Six months of warehouse experience is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• At least 6 months of experience using a commercial warehouse management system such as Blue Yonder, Red Prairie, JDA, or SAP is highly preferred.
• Experience operating other material handling equipment, such as an Order (Cherry) Picker, sit-down forklift, clamp forklift, or electric pallet equipment.
• Experience in production, manufacturing, warehouse work, general labor, quality control, material handling, loading/unloading, equipment operation, reach truck, or Dock Stocker work.

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 inventory records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, including count, stability, and product condition, and report variances as needed.
• Change equipment batteries or LP tanks and monitor power sources as necessary.
• Maintain equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• 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
• Education Level: High school or GED