Forklift Operator

supply-chain; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

supply-chain is seeking Forklift Operators to manage the movement of stock within our warehouse in Lewisville, Texas. The role involves loading and unloading shipments while ensuring environmental safety standards.

Candidates should possess a forklift operator certificate and ideally have a high school diploma along with warehouse experience. Join our fast-paced and supportive team at DHL where you play a key role in logistics.

Qualifications

• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion of forklift-training program within 30 days.
• Preferred high school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred six months warehouse experience.
• Preferred six months forklift operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products using forklifts.
• Prepare product for shipment ensuring accuracy.
• Maintain inventory records for accuracy.
• Comply with safety standards and regulations.
• Inspect equipment daily and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Forklift operation

Inventory management

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Forklift operator certificate

Job description

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.