Forklift Operator

Deutsche Post DHL; Manteno (IL); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Manteno, IL is hiring a Forklift Operator for 2nd shift (Mon-Thurs 4:00pm-2:00am). You will move stock, load and unload shipments, and use forklifts and pallet jacks in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Starting pay is $21.00/hour with a $0.75 shift differential. Qualifications include forklift operator certificate or completion of a forklift-training program within 30 days, HS diploma or equivalent (preferred), and about six months of warehouse and forklift experience.

Qualifications

• Forklift certificate or completion of forklift-training program within first 30 days.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Six months warehouse experience preferred.
• Six months forklift operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using forklifts or power equipment (80% of shift).
• Pull and prepare product for shipment with exact counts and types.
• Maintain inventory accuracy with proper records and reports.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Verify load accuracy, count, stability, and report variances.

Skills

Warehousing experience

General Labor

Forklift operation

Quality Control

Inventory Control

Loader/Unloader

Yard Truck (non-DOT)

Education

Forklift operator certificate

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Blue Yonder

Red Prairie

JDA

SAP

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.This is a new start-up operation in Manteno, IL.

Position: Forklift OperatorShift: 2nd Mon-Thurs 4:00pm-2:00amPay: $21.00/hour +$0.75 Shift differential

ALLERGEN WARNING: THIS BUILDING WILL CONTAIN PEANUT ALLERGENS

In addition to the general job description below, the ideal candidate may also possess the following skills and/or experience: Warehousing, General Labor, Forklift, Quality Control, Inventory Control, Loader/Unloader, Yard Truck (non-DOT)Primary equipment that will be used are stand-up counterbalances, in addition to sit-down layer pickers. Primary job functions include, but are not limited to, case picking, pallet picking, loading, unloading, and replenishment. A minimum of 6 month’s experience using a commercial WMS (warehouse management system) such as Blue Yonder, Red Prairie, JDA, SAP is preferred.

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 package 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 opportunitiesGrow 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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