Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Mooresville, IN

9d • 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 the work depending on production peaks—with material handling and loading and unloading duties. Operators use equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused.

The position is 2nd shift, Monday through Friday, from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. Pay is listed as $20.50 base pay, a $1.50 site premium, and a $1.00 shift differential, totaling $23.00.

The ideal candidate has at least six months of experience operating stand-up material handling equipment. Safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck is required, with preference given to applicants who have that experience. Experience with an Order (Cherry) Picker, sit-down forklift, clamp forklift, or electric pallet jack is also a plus.

Requirements

• At least six 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.
• High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience operating an Order (Cherry) Picker, sit-down forklift, clamp forklift, or electric pallet jack.

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.
• Maintain appropriate inventory accuracy 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.

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