Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain; Gresham (KY); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

PTO

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Training and career advancement

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a First shift forklift operator to join our warehouse team in the United States. You will operate sit-down and stand-up forklifts, load and unload shipments, and move stock safely and efficiently.

Pay is $24.75 per hour with a $2.00 per hour shift differential. Full benefits begin after 30 days, with PTO, 401(k) match, tuition reimbursement, and ongoing training opportunities. Equal opportunity employer, onsite role.

Qualifications

• Forklift experience required; clamp attachment preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; forklift training required within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Move stock within warehouse using forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Load/unload shipments; prepare goods for shipment and inventory accuracy.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping standards; complete daily equipment inspections.

Skills

Forklift experience

Clamp attachment

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Forklift training program

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: Operating Electric sit down forklift 90% of the time

Position: First (1st) shift forklift operator

Shift: Friday -Sunday -6:00am-6:00pm

Pay: $24.75 per hour

Shift differential $2.00 per hour

Additional Incentives: Ability to earn additional pay with good attendance

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

• Forklift experience, clamp attachment preferred

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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