Forklift Operator

DPDHL; Franklin (IN); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

PTO with holidays and vacation

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Training and career advancement

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Franklin, IN is seeking a Forklift Operator for a 2nd shift (Mon-Thu, 5:45pm-4:15am) with pay of $20.50/hour plus $1.00/hour shift differential. The role combines equipment operation (stand-up, reach truck, and other material handling equipment) with loading/unloading duties in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

The ideal candidate will have forklift experience, a certificate or training within 30 days, a high school diploma, and six months of warehouse and forklift

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or other power equipment during 80% of shift.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment ensuring exact quantity and type.
• Keep records for inventory accuracy.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.

Skills

Forklift operation

Stand-up forklift

Reach truck

Warehouse experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Forklift training certificate

Job description

The core responsibilities of this role include:

• The position is a combination of equipment operator (30-90% depending on production peak times) but will also require the employee to perform material handling and loading/unloading duties.

Position: Forklift Operator Shift: 2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday 5:45pm - 4:15am Pay: $20.50/hour plus $1.00/hour shift differential

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

• A minimum of 6 month’s experience operating stand-up material handling equipment is required. This position requires safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck, and first preference will be given to applicants with this experience. Experience operating other material handling equipment such as Order (Cherry) Picker, Sit-down, Clamp, Electric Pallet Jack is also a plus.

Be part of the world’s largest logistics company! DHL Supply Chain hasbeen 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 30thday
• 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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