Forklift Operator

Joinimagine; Hammond (IN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Forklift Operator for the 2nd shift (10:00am - 6:30pm), Monday–Friday. Pay is $18.00 per hour, with duties including moving stock, loading/unloading shipments, and using various forklifts and pallet jacks. Safety and efficiency are emphasized in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of sit-down forklift experience, a forklift certificate or training plan within 30 days, and a HS diploma or equivalent. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• Forklift operator certificate or completion of forklift-training within 30 days.
• Six months warehouse experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock and stage products using forklifts and related equipment.
• Pull and prepare product for shipment with attention to exact counts.
• Maintain inventory accuracy with proper records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards during all tasks.
• Verify load accuracy; monitor count and any damage; report variances.
• Change equipment batteries or LP tanks; monitor power sources.
• Keep equipment and area neat, clean and orderly.
• Assist in physical inventories; perform daily equipment inspections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

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: -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 (10:00am - 6:30pm) Monday- Friday
Pay: $18.00/hour

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 sit-down material handling equipment is required. This position requires safe and efficient operation of a sit-down forklift, and first preference will be given to applicants with this experience. Experience operating other material handling equipment such as a Clamp truck 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.