Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain • Memphis, TN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within a warehouse environment. The role involves loading and unloading shipments, picking and preparing customer orders for shipment, and using 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.

This is a third-shift weekend position, scheduled from 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Friday through Sunday. Overtime may be required based on business needs. The pay is $20.35 per hour, plus a $3.00 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.

Nice To Haves

• At least 1 year of experience operating an Order Picker or Cherry Picker.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of warehouse experience.
• Six months of forklift operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other power 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 records and reports to support inventory accuracy.
• 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 the power source as necessary.
• Keep facility equipment and materials neat, clean, and orderly.
• Assist with physical inventories.
• Complete daily equipment inspections.
• Load and unload trucks by hand or with material handling equipment.
• Pick customer orders using an RF scan gun.
• Box and wrap pallets for shipment.
• Lift up to 35 pounds regularly.
• 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