Forklift Operator
About The Position
DHL Supply Chain Forklift Operators move stock within a warehouse, load and unload shipments of various sizes, 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 role includes loading and unloading trucks by hand or with material-handling equipment, picking customer orders with an RF scan gun, and boxing and wrapping pallets for shipment. Regular lifting of up to 35 pounds is required. This is a second-shift position, Monday through Friday, from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Overtime is required based on business needs. Pay is $20.35 per hour plus a $0.50 shift differential.
Requirements
- At least 1 year of experience operating a Reach Truck.
- At least 1 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.
- Regularly lift up to 35 pounds.
- High school diploma or equivalent is preferred.
- Six months of warehouse experience is preferred.
- Six months of forklift operation experience.
Nice To Haves
- At least 1 year of experience operating an Order Picker or Cherry Picker.
Responsibilities
- Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other powered equipment for 80% of the specified shift.
- Load and unload trucks by hand or with material-handling equipment.
- Pick customer orders using an RF scan gun.
- Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
- Box and wrap pallets to prepare them for shipment.
- Keep appropriate inventory records and reports.
- Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
- Verify load accuracy by checking counts, 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.
Benefits
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
