Forklift Operator

DHL Germany; Channahon (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Forklift Operator for the 2nd shift in Channahon, Illinois. In this role, you'll be essential in moving stock within our warehouse, ensuring inventory accuracy, and operating various types of forklifts. Join a top employer in logistics and grow in a dynamic environment with excellent training and benefits.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) with generous company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year operating Order Picker, Reach Truck, Dock Stocker.
• At least 6 months' experience with a WMS or similar systems.
• Forklift operator certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, stock, and stage products using various forklifts.
• Manage inventory, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards.
• Complete daily inspections of equipment and assist in physical inventories.

Skills

Inventory Control

Forklift Operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Warehouse Management System (WMS)

Job description

DTC 2nd Shift

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring!

At DHL, you will play a part in one of the world’s most essential industries. As the world’s leading contract logistics provider, we believe in doing the right thing, growing together, and delivering the difference. At DHL, you have a voice that matters and can make an impact that lasts. 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.

Position: Forklift Operator

Shift: 2^nd M-F 230p-1030p

Wage: $20.60 per hour plus $0.75 shift differential

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 products 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: AMINIMUM of 1 years’ experience safely operatingan Order Picker, Reach Truck and Dock Stocker.

REQUIRED: A MINIMUM of 6 months’ experience in Inventory Control to include: Cycle Count, reporting inventory discrepancies, receiving inventory, monitoring inventory levels.

At least 6 month’s experience with a WMS (Warehouse Management System) or similar systems such as JDA, Red Prairie, Blue Yonder, SAP, etc.

Be part of the world’s largest logistics company! DHL Supply Chain has been certified as a Great Place to Work and Top Employer in the US for the 3rdyear in a row.

- AFFORDABLE medical, dental, and vision coverage

- Paid time off (PTO)

- 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.

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