The Forklift Operator is responsible for moving, stocking, and staging products within a warehouse using various power equipment. They must also ensure load accuracy, maintain inventory records, and comply with all safety standards.
Requirements overview
Candidates should have at least six months of experience operating a stand-up reach forklift and a high school diploma or equivalent. A forklift operator certificate or completion of a training program is required within the first 30 days of employment.
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Employees
237,169
Type
Public Company
Size
10,001+ employees
DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our divisions offer an unrivaled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management.
With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as "The logistics company for the world".
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DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the world’s most essential industries. 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.
The core responsibilities of this role includes: Case-picking by hand up to 35lbs. approx. 5% of the day; operating MHE including stand-up reach forklift approx. 95% of the day. Must be able to work in a cold environment of 34 degrees.
Position: First (1st) Shift Forklift Operator
Shift: 6:00am –; 6:00pm, Saturday - Monday
Pay: $19.75 per hour (plus $.75 for ref department)
Additional Incentives: All full-time employees are eligible to qualify for monthly performance incentive bonus!
In addition to the general job description below, the ideal candidate will also possess the following skills and/or experience: A minimum of 6 months operating a stand-up reach forklift.
Be part of the world’s largest logistics company! DHL Supply Chain has been certified as a Great Place to Work® in the US and Canada! Our excellent benefits packages includes:
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on your 30th day
- PTO program for all associates, including paid holidays and vacation
- 401(k) with generous company match
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Excellent training and career advancement opportunities
Grow your skills. Shape your world.
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.
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Requirements
•Forklift operation
•Stand-up reach forklift
•Case-picking
•Warehouse operations
•Inventory accuracy
•Load and unload
•Equipment inspection
•Safety compliance
•OSHA standards
•MSDS standards
•Electric pallet jacks
•Inventory management
Benefits
•Medical coverage
•Dental coverage
•Vision coverage
•Paid time off
•Paid holidays
•Vacation
•401(k) with company match
•Tuition reimbursement
•Performance incentive bonus
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