Forklift Operator

supply-chain; Dover (DE); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO program

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Training and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Dover, DE is hiring a Forklift Operator for day shifts. Responsibilities include moving stock within the warehouse, loading and unloading shipments, and ensuring accuracy in inventory records. The ideal candidate will have a forklift operator certificate and warehouse experience.

DHL offers competitive pay starting at $19.70/hour along with benefits like medical coverage, PTO, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Forklift operator certificate or completion of a forklift-training program within 30 days.
• Preferred: High School Diploma and six months of warehouse and forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments using various types of forklifts.
• Maintain inventory records and comply with safety standards.
• Perform daily inspections of equipment and assist in physical inventories.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Material handling

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Forklift operator certificate

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: Previous experience using Sit Down Forklifts (Single, Double, Roll and Box Clamps). Being exposed to colder temperatures within the warehouse on a consistent basis, averaging at 35 degrees Fahrenheit.

Position: Forklift Operator
Shift: Day Shift, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM, on a rotating day schedule.
Pay: $19.70 per hour

In addition to the general job description below, the ideal candidate will also possess the following skills and/or experience:

• Warehouse, General Labor, Forklift, Quality Control, Material Handler, Machine Operator, Loader/Unloader
• Will be required to work every other weekend as part of the rotating day schedule.
• Will be required to attend New Hire Orientation/Skills and Inventory training at the facility in Dover, DE for two weeks, Tuesday – Friday, from 8:00 AM until 4:00 PM before working the rotating day schedule.

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.