Forklift Operator

Deutsche Post; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Training and career advancement

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator in Texas. The role involves moving stock in a fast-paced warehouse, loading/unloading shipments, and maintaining inventory accuracy. You will operate clamp, sit-down, and stand-up forklifts, with RF scanner experience preferred.

The position offers a 4th shift (5pm-3:30am, Thursday-Sunday) with a $20 per hour base pay plus a $2 shift premium, and comprehensive benefits after eligibility. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience operating a Clamp truck.
• Minimum 6 months using a sit down forklift.
• Minimum 6 months using a stand up forklift.
• RF Scanner experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move stock within warehouse using forklifts and power equipment.
• Load and unload shipments safely and efficiently.
• Maintain records and inventory accuracy.
• Follow OSHA/MSDS safety standards at all times.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Assist in physical inventories.

Skills

Clamp truck

Sit-down forklift

Stand-up forklift

RF Scanner

Education

Forklift training/certification

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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 the role include: Loading and unloading trailers; Using powered equipment to move, stock, and stage products; Case picking
Position: Forklift Operator
Shift: 4th Shift
Hours: 5pm-3:30am
Days: Thursday-Sunday
Pay: $20 per hour plus a $2 shift premium

Required Qualifications: Minimum of 1 year experience operating a Clamp truck; Minimum of 6 months using a sit down forklift; Minimum of 6 months using a stand up forklift
Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience using an RF Scanner

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

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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