Forklift Operator

Deutsche Post; Lewisville (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Texas seeks a Forklift Operator for 1st shift (7am-3pm, Monday-Friday). You will load/unload, move, stock, and stage products using various forklifts and pallet jacks, while maintaining safety and inventory accuracy. A forklift certificate and HS diploma are preferred, with experience in warehouses and RF scanning valued.

The role emphasizes teamwork in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment with opportunities for training and career advancement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience operating a sit down forklift.
• Ability to operate multiple forklift types including stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts.
• Experience with RF scanners preferred.
• Six months warehouse experience preferred.
• Six months forklift operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move stock within the warehouse using forklifts and power equipment.
• Load and unload shipments and prepare products for shipment.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and proper records.
• Adhere to OSHA and MSDS safety standards.
• Perform daily equipment checks and battery/tank changes as needed.
• Support inventory counts and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF Scanner

Teamwork

Education

Forklift operator certificate or forklift-training completion

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Stand-up forklift

Sit-down forklift

Clamp forklift

Electric pallet jacks

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 the role include: Loading and unloading trailers; Using powered equipment to move, stock, and stage products; Case picking
Position: Forklift Operator
Shift: 1st Shift
Hours: 7am-3pm
Days: Monday-Friday
Pay: $20 per hour

Required Qualifications: Minimum of 1 year experience operating a sit down forklift
Preferred Qualifications: Previous experience using an RF Scanner; Minimum of 6 months using a stand up forklift; Minimum of 6 months using a clamp forklift: Minimum of 1 year manually picking cases in a warehouse setting.

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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