2nd Shift Forklift Operator — Fast-Paced Warehouse Role

DHL; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid vacation

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Training & advancement

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator for the 2nd shift (4pm–2am, Mon–Thu). The role involves moving stock within a warehouse, loading/unloading shipments, and operating stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. A safety‑minded, team‑oriented environment with opportunities for advancement.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of warehouse experience and forklift operation exposure. Training provided; transportation required.

Qualifications

• Six months warehouse experience preferred.
• Six months forklift operation experience preferred.
• Own reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other power equipment throughout 80% of shift.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment ensuring correct counts and types.
• Keep accurate records and reports for inventory accuracy.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, check stability, and report variances.
• Perform daily equipment inspection and maintain cleanliness of work area.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Forklift operation

Reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Forklift certificate/training within 30 days

Job description

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator for the 2nd shift (4pm–2am, Mon–Thu). The role involves moving stock within a warehouse, loading/unloading shipments, and operating stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks. A safety‑minded, team‑oriented environment with opportunities for advancement.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of warehouse experience and forklift operation exposure. Training provided; transportation required.