Forklift Operator

supply-chain; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Training and career advancement

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Livonia, MI is hiring a Forklift Operator for 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 9:30 AM – 6:00 PM) with potential weekend work. The role involves loading/unloading shipments, moving pallets, and using stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment.

The ideal candidate has at least six months of forklift operation experience and a forklift certification or completion of a training program within the first 30 days of employment,

Qualifications

• Forklift certification or completion of forklift training within 30 days of employment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of warehouse experience preferred.
• Six months forklift operation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Move stock within the warehouse using forklifts and power equipment.
• Load and unload shipments and prepare products for shipment.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through proper records and counts.
• Follow OSHA and safety standards; report variances as needed.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and charge batteries as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

OSHA MSDS knowledge

Education

High School Diploma

Forklift certification

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: Loading and unloading material. Moving pallets and products to designated storage locations within the warehouse.

Position: Forklift Operator
Shift: 1st Shift Monday-Friday, 930AM-6PM, Potential weekend as required
Pay: $21.50 per hour

In addition to the general job description below, the ideal candidate will also possess the following skills and/or experience: A minimum of six (6) months of experience driving a forklift.

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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