Forklift Operator

Deutsche Post DHL; Beech Island (SC); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance incentive bonuses

Safety incentive bonuses

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Excellent training and career growth

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Forklift Operator in the United States to handle loading, unloading, stocking, and staging of goods within a fast-paced warehouse. You will operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, and related equipment while maintaining safety and inventory accuracy.

The role requires forklift certification within 30 days, a high school diploma or GED, and prior warehouse experience. It includes shift work with incentives for attendance and safety.

Qualifications

• Forklift operator certificate or completion of forklift-training program within 30 days.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Six months warehouse experience preferred.
• Six months forklift operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products using forklifts or power equipment 80% of shift.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment with accurate counts and types.
• Maintain inventory records and ensure accuracy.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and follow safety standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

MHE experience

Stand-up forklift

Sit-down forklift

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Forklift certification

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

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: Case-picking by hand up to 35lbs. approx. 60% of the day; operating MHE including Electric Pallet Jack and Reach Truck approx. 40%.

Position

Forklift Operator

Shift

Monday-Sunday 7:30pm-7:30am, 3 days on/3 days off

Pay

$19.40 per hour + $2.00 Shift Premium

Additional Incentives: All full-time employees are eligible to qualify for quarterly attendance and safety incentive bonuses.

In addition to the general job description below, the ideal candidate will also possess the following skills and/or experience: Warehouse Experience, Warehouse Management System Experience, Forklift Experience, Material Handling Experience operating the Stand-up and Sit-down Forklift is preferred. Ability to utilize attachments, such as, clamp, slip and forks is preferred. Must be able to pick up and handle up to 50lbs. Willing to train applicants.

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 include:

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

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.