Forklift Operator

DHL (Supply Chain) • Springfield, MO

12d • 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 peaks, with material handling and loading and unloading duties. Operators load and unload shipments, move and stage products, and use equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. The work environment is team-oriented, fast-paced, and safety-focused.

The schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. The pay rate is $20.15 per hour. A forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment is required. The posting states that six months of forklift operation experience is required and that a minimum of six months operating stand-up material handling equipment is required. High school diploma or equivalent and six months of warehouse experience are listed as preferred.

DHL Supply Chain describes itself as the world’s largest logistics company and states that it has been certified as a Great Place to Work in the U.S. and Canada. The organization is an equal opportunity employer.

Requirements

• A minimum of six months of experience operating stand-up material handling equipment.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment.
• Safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck is required for the position.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of warehouse experience.
• Experience operating other material handling equipment, such as 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.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment, ensuring the exact number and types of products are loaded.
• Maintain appropriate inventory records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, count, stability, and product condition; 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 program.
• Training and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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