Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Greer, WV

5d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator for a second-shift Yard Driver role. The position operates a yard “Jockey” truck to move containers to and from dock doors and staging areas, including cutting off bolt seals and opening swing doors. The role also involves inspecting the yard truck and inbound containers, checking the yard and containers, and monitoring staging areas for process consistency.

Forklift Operators move stock within the warehouse, load and unload shipments, and may operate stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused. The stated schedule is 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., Monday through Wednesday. Pay is $21.80 per hour plus a $1.50 second-shift premium.

Requirements

• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• Forklift operator certificate, or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience preferred.
• At least six months of yard “Jockey” truck operation experience.
• General warehouse and forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate a yard “Jockey” truck to move containers to and from dock doors and staging areas, including cutting off bolt seals and opening swing doors.
• Inspect the yard truck and inbound containers daily.
• Perform yard and container checks and monitor staging areas for process consistency.
• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Maintain inventory records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load count, stability, and product condition; 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.

Benefits

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed