Forklift Driver/Warehouse Associate

DHL Global Forwarding; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary and incentives

401(k) Match: 4% + 2% base

Stock Purchase Plan

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Paid Time Off

Job summary

DHL Global Forwarding seeks a Forklift Driver/Warehouse Associate in Laredo, TX to manage daily operations for customer accounts. This role focuses on unloading/ loading, warehousing, RF scanning, and accurate record-keeping within a non-union environment under the CBA.

Expect a competitive base salary with benefits as described. Responsibilities include maintaining inventory integrity, loading shipments, and ensuring safety and efficiency in daily warehouse activities.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills.
• Forklift experience with at least 3 years.
• Warehouse and/or freight forwarding industry experience.
• Detail oriented with strong follow-up skills.
• Able to walk/stand/kneel for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Unload, load, warehouse, and stage merchandise.
• Operate forklift and other equipment.
• Receive, sort, and segregate incoming shipments for warehouse/distribution facilities.
• Load/unload shipments onto pallets, trays, racks, and shelves.
• Sort and process outgoing shipments according to procedures.
• Prepare shipments and use tools to strap, brace, and pad.
• Maintain inventory records and perform audits for freight security.
• Palletize and shrink wrap pallets for shipping.
• Weigh products and records in systems; use RF scanning as needed.
• Assist with routine vehicle, equipment, and warehouse maintenance.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Forklift experience

Warehouse and / or Freight Forwarding

Detail oriented and follow-up

Lift 50 pounds and long standing

Tools

RF scanning equipment

Job description

Job Title: Forklift Driver/Warehouse Associate
Job Location: Laredo, TX

We have an exciting opportunity for a Forklift Driver/ Warehouse Associate to manage customer accounts' daily operations. This position will be based at the Laredo, TX location.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform the unloading, loading, warehousing, and staging of merchandise
• Operate forklift and other vehicles and equipment
• Receives, sorts, and segregates incoming shipments for warehouse / distribution facilities
• Loads and unloads shipments on to or off of pallets, trays, racks, and shelves
• Sorts and processes outgoing shipments according to established procedures and regulations
• Load shipments into vehicles and uses hand tools to install strapping, bracing, and padding
• Prepares and updates information in computerized systems such as logs, packing lists, pick tickets, invoices, inventories, transfer/delivery tickets, orders / receipts etc.
• Maintains inventory records of customer shipments and performs audits to ensure integrity and security of freight
• Palletize and shrink wrap pallets to prepare them for shipping
• Weigh products and/or loads and record weight
• Utilizes radio frequency (RF) scanning equipment as needed
• May perform routine vehicle, equipment, and warehouse maintenance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills / Requirements

• Strong communication skills
• Forklift experience (minimum 3 years experience)
• Warehouse and / or Freight Forwarding industry experience
• Detail oriented and strong follow-up skills
• Able to walk/stand/kneel for long periods of time and lift 50 pounds

Pay rate: $14.75/hr. (Wages, benefits, scheduling, overtime, and job bidding are governed by the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA))

Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)

• Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role dependent performance-based incentives.
• 401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.
• Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.
• Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.
• Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.
• Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.
• Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days.

Why Join DHL Global Forwarding?

At DHL Global Forwarding, we invest in our employees' growth, providing training, guidance, and career advancement opportunities. We believe in building careers, not just jobs, and empowering our team to develop skills and achieve long-term success. Be part of DHL Group, the world's leading logistics provider, operating in 220+ countries. DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is a global leader in air and ocean freight, with 30,000+ employees ensuring seamless transport and supply chain solutions. Explore careers with us: [1] DHL Careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.