Forklift Operator

supply-chain; Hutchins (TX); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO program

401(k) with generous company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Excellent training and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is looking for a Forklift Operator to manage the movement of stock within their warehouse. The successful candidate will operate various types of forklifts while adhering to safety and compliance standards. Ideal candidates should have a forklift operator certificate and experience in a warehouse setting.

This role offers benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a PTO program, and 401(k) with a generous company match.

Qualifications

• Must possess a forklift operator certificate or complete training within 30 days.
• Preferred: High School Diploma and experience in a warehouse environment.
• Six months of experience operating forklifts is required.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products using various forklifts.
• Pull and prepare products for shipment ensuring accuracy.
• Comply with OSHA standards and complete daily inspections.

Skills

Forklift operation

Equipment operation

Inventory management

Education

Forklift operator certificate

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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.

Position: Forklift Operator
Shift: 2nd Shift, Monday - Friday, 3:00pm - 11:00pm
Pay: $20.00 + $1.00 Shift Differential

The core responsibilities of this role include: Electric pallet jack rider, sit down and stand up forklifts. All operators must be willing to case pick when needed.

In addition to the general job description below, the ideal candidate will also possess the following skills and/or experience: Operate several different types of equipment.

Role Purpose

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

Benefits

• 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

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.