Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain; Glendale (AZ); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO Holidays

401(k) with matching

Tuition reimbursement

Career training

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Forklift Operator for a night shift in Glendale, AZ. You will safely move stock, load and unload shipments, and operate stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks.

The role requires forklift certification or training within 30 days, a HS diploma (preferred), and warehouse experience. Benefits include comprehensive coverage, PTO, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Forklift certificate or satisfactory completion of forklift-training within 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 (80% of shift)
• Pull and prepare product for shipment ensuring correct numbers and types are loaded
• Keep records for inventory accuracy
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards
• Verify load accuracy; check count, stability, and damage, report variances
• Change equipment battery or LP tank and monitor power source
• Maintain neat, clean, and orderly facilities and equipment
• Assist in physical inventories
• Complete daily equipment inspections
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Team orientation

Safety focus

Stand for long periods

Flexibility across departments

Education

Forklift operator certificate

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Pallet jacks

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:

• Safely operating cherry picker, reach truck, pallet jacks and other material handling equipment.
• Accurately labeling, sorting, and storing materials in designated warehouse locations.
• Picking and packing customer orders efficiently and accurately.
• Lifting materials or products by hand, up to 50 lbs.
• Loading and unloading shipments safely and efficiently using pallet jacks or similar equipment.

Position: Forklift Operator

Shift: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM, Monday-Friday

Pay: $19.75 per hour

Additional Incentives: All full-time employees are eligible to qualify for monthly performance and safety incentive rewards!

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

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time, as this position requires standing for the majority of the shift (excluding breaks).
• Flexibility and willingness to work across multiple departments as needed. Training will be provided.

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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