Forklift Operator

Deutsche Post DHL; Arkansas; On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Training and career advancement

Job summary

Deutsche Post DHL is seeking a Forklift Operator for the 2nd shift (Mon–Fri, 5:00 PM – 1:30 AM with 3:30 AM overtime) in Arkansas. You will operate stand-up Dock Stocker/Reach Truck and perform material handling, loading, and unloading to support warehouse operations.

Ideal candidates have forklift certification and a minimum of 6 months forklift operation experience, plus 6 months warehouse experience. Benefits include healthcare, PTO, 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, and training

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
• Six months forklift operation experience

Responsibilities

• Move stock within the warehouse using forklifts and power equipment
• Load and unload shipments of various sizes
• Use stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks as needed
• Maintain safety and OSHA/MSDS standards
• Perform daily equipment inspections
• Assist in physical inventories

Skills

Production

Manufacturing

Warehouse

General Labor

Forklift

Quality Control

Material Handler

Loader/Unloader

Equipment Operator

Reach truck

Dock Stocker

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Forklift operator certificate/training

Tools

Blue Yonder

Red Prairie

JDA

SAP

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 a combination of equipment operating (30-90% depending on production peak times) but will also require the employee to perform material handling and loading/unloading duties. This position requires safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck.

-Position: Forklift Operator

-Shift: 2nd shift Monday –; Friday 5pm –; 1:30am (3:30am overtime)

-Pay: $20.35 + $0.75 Shift Differential

In addition to the general job description below, the ideal candidate may also possess the following skills and/or experience: Production, Manufacturing, Warehouse, General Labor, Forklift, Quality Control, Material Handler, Loader/Unloader, Equipment Operator, Reach truck, Dock Stocker.

First preference will be given to those with stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck experience. Experience operating other material handling equipment such as Order (Cherry) Picker, Sit-down, Clamp, Electric Pallet Jack is also a plus. A minimum of 6 month’s experience using a commercial WMS (warehouse management system) such as Blue Yonder, Red Prairie, JDA, SAP is preferred.

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 package 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 moments warehouse experience, preferred
• Six months forklift operation experience

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.