Forklift Operator

1st Shift Forklift Operator

At DHL, you will play a part in one of the world's most essential industries. As the world's leading contract logistics provider, we believe in doing the right thing, growing together, and delivering the difference. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In a global business like ours, the opportunities are endless. So, join us. Work with us. Grow with us.

Shift: 6am – 4pm, Wednesday - Saturday. Overtime required based on business needs.

Pay: $20.15 per hour

In addition to the general job description below, the ideal candidate may also possess the following skills: Production, Manufacturing, Warehouse, General Labor, Forklift, Quality Control, Material Handler, Loader / Unloader, Equipment Operator, Reach truck, Dock Stocker.

A minimum of six months of experience operating stand-up material handling equipment is required. Order (Cherry) Picker, Sit-down, Clamp, Electric Pallet Jack is also a plus.

A minimum of six months of experience using a commercial WMS (warehouse management system) such as Blue Yonder, Red Prairie, JDA, SAP is highly preferred.

This position requires the safe and efficient operation of a stand-up dock stocker and reach truck. Preference will be given to applicants with prior experience operating this equipment.

The position combines equipment operation (30-90% of the time, depending on production demands) with material handling and loading/unloading responsibilities.

Role Purpose

What will you do in this role? Our Forklift Operators are responsible for moving stock from one area to another within our warehouse environment. You'll load and unload shipments of various sizes, and you may use certain types of equipment such as stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. Our environment is team oriented, fast paced and safety focused. We move products that people need and want. At DHL, YOU will be an essential part of everyday life.

Key Accountabilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using various types of forklifts or other power equipment 80% of specified shift.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment ensuring the exact number and types of product is loaded.
• Keep appropriate records and reports for inventory accuracy.
• Comply with all OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy; check the load count, stability, and product damage, report variances as necessary.
• Change equipment battery or LP tank and monitor power source as necessary.
• Maintain the facility's equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion.
• Assist in physical inventories.
• Complete daily inspection of equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days of employment
• High School Diploma or Equivalent, preferred
• Six months warehouse experience, preferred
• Six months forklift operation experience

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.