Forklift Operator

DHL Germany; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Hamilton is seeking a Forklift Operator to join their team on the afternoon shift. You will be responsible for operating powered equipment, handling products, and ensuring inventory accuracy. The ideal candidate possesses a forklift operator certificate and has experience operating a Reach Truck. This position offers a competitive pay rate of $25.25 per hour along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical and dental coverage

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Education reimbursement program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months operating a Reach Truck.
• Satisfactory completion of a forklift-training program within the first 30 days.
• Six months warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate powered equipment for product handling.
• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products.
• Verify load accuracy and check for product damage.

Skills

Forklift operation

MHE operation

Inventory accuracy

Physical stamina

Education

Forklift operator certificate

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Reach Truck

Job description

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 include Full Pallet and picking by hand up to 50lbs. approx. and operating MHE including Reach Truck approx. 100%.

Position (2nd) Shift Forklift Operator

Shift: Afternoon: 3:00pm –; 11:00pm, Monday-Friday

Pay: $25.25per hour

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 Reach Truck

Be part of the world’s largest logistics company! DHL has been certified as a Great Place to Work® and Top Employer in the US and Canada for the 3rd year in a row!

Core Benefits - Full Time Associates

• Associates are eligible for a standard offering of medical and dental coverage and standard Long-Term Disability option
• Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Short-term disability

Optional benefits you may choose

• Retirement: DCPP, RRSP and TFSA savings plans
• Optional life, AD&D insurance, critical illness (including dependent coverage) is available and may be subject to evidence of insurability (EOI)

In addition, Full Time associates can also receive the following benefits subject to eligibility rules

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Education reimbursement program(HR site administered)

Role Purpose

Responsible for operating powered equipment for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting product. Responsible for checking all inbound and outbound products. Ensures products are free of damage and infestation, product code dates are properly recorded and products match customer requirements.

Key Accountabilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, 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.

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. We are committed to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. Accommodations for job applicants with disabilities will be provided upon request.