Forklift Operator

DHL; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

PTO program

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Training and career advancement

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Aberdeen, MD is hiring a Forklift Operator on a full-time basis. You will move stock, load and unload shipments, and operate sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks in a fast-paced, safety-focused warehouse.

The role starts with orientation on site, offers benefits from day 30, and a schedule of Fri–Sun, 6:00pm–6:00am, with a starting pay of $19.45 per hour. Prior forklift certification and at least six months warehouse experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products using forklifts or other equipment.
• Assist in inventory accuracy and shipment preparation.
• Maintain equipment and warehouse cleanliness and safety.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Inventory control

Teamwork

Education

Forklift operator certificate

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Six months warehouse experience

Job description

$19.45/hourly Full Time

DHL

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: Case-picking/order selecting by hand up to 45lbs. on a sit‑down fork truck

Shift

Fri, Sat, Sun

Hours

6:00pm- 6:00am

Additional Incentives

All full-time employees are eligible to qualify for monthly performance and referral bonuses!

Required Qualifications

6 months Sit‑Down Forklift, General Labor & Quality Control.

The first week of mandatory orientation will be held on site Tues – Fri 9am to 5:30pm

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

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

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.