Forklift Operator

DHL Germany; Memphis (TN); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO program

401(k) with generous company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Excellent training and career advancement opportunities

Job summary

DHL Germany in Memphis, TN, is seeking a Second Shift Forklift Operator to load and unload shipments. Responsibilities include operating forklifts, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring compliance with OSHA standards. The role requires at least 1 year of experience operating a Reach Truck and a Dock Stocker, and a Forklift Operator certificate is needed within 30 days. A High School Diploma is preferred. Excellent benefits include medical coverage, paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year operating a Reach Truck.
• Minimum 1 year operating a Dock Stocker.
• Minimum 6 months experience with a Warehouse Management System.
• Preferred: Minimum 1 year operating an Order Picker or Cherry Picker.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments using various forklifts.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through record-keeping.
• Comply with safety standards and regulations.
• Perform equipment inspections and maintenance.

Skills

Reach Truck Operation

Dock Stocker Operation

Warehouse Management System

Order Picker Operation

Cherry Picker Operation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Forklift Operator Certificate

Job description

At DHL, you will play a part in one of the world’s most essential industries. As the world’s leading contract logistics provider, we believe in doing the right thing, growing together, and delivering the difference. At DHL, you have a voice that matters and can make an impact that lasts. 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 trucks by hand or with material handling equipment; picking customer orders using an RF scan gun; boxing and wrapping pallets to prepare for shipment; lifting up to 35 pounds on a regular basis.

Position: Second (2nd) Shift Forklift Operator

Shift: 5:00pm-3:30am, Monday-Thursday. Overtime required based on business needs

Pay: $20.35 per hour plus $1.00 shift differential

Required Qualifications:

A minimum of 1 year operating a Reach Truck; A minimum of 1 year operating a Dock Stocker; a minimum of 6 months experience with a Warehouse Management System such as Red Prairie, Blue Yonder, Manhattan, SAP, AS400

Preferred Qualifications:

A minimum of 1 year operating an Order Picker or Cherry Picker.

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

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.