Forklift Operator

DHL; Lacombe (LA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company seeks a Forklift Operator to handle stock movement in a fast-paced warehouse environment. In this role, you will be responsible for loading and unloading shipments using forklifts. The ideal candidate will have a forklift operator certificate and preferably some warehouse experience, contributing to our dedicated team that plays a crucial role in logistics and supply chain operations.

Qualifications

• Must complete forklift training within the first 30 days of employment.
• Six months warehouse experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments using various types of forklifts.
• Maintain equipment and materials in a clean and orderly fashion.
• Complete daily inspections of equipment.

Skills

Inventory Management

Safety Compliance

Forklift Operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Forklift Operator Certificate

Job description

PM (OVERNIGHT) Shift 6PM - 6AM. $19.85/hour

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

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.

PM (OVERNIGHT) Shift 6PM - 6AM. $19.85/hour

About the company

We are an international team of over 400,000 shipping professionals, united by a passion for logistics. And we work in a unique environment. DHL is as innovative as a start-up, with the power of an international organization.

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