Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain; Mooresville (AL); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental/vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Training and career advancement

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is hiring a Forklift Operator in Mooresville, AL. The role blends equipment operation with material handling in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Shift: 1st Mon-Fri 6a-2p. Pay: $20.50 + $1.50 shift diff + $1.50 Surge Pay. Candidates should have forklift experience and a valid certificate, with a HS diploma preferred and six months warehouse experience.

Qualifications

• Six months warehouse experience preferred.
• Six months forklift operation experience required.
• A forklift operator certificate or completion within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Move stock within the warehouse using forklifts and other powered equipment (80% of shift).
• Load, unload, and stage products for shipments.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and safety compliance.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance.
• Support in receiving and storing material accurately.

Skills

Forklift operation

Stand-up forklift

Material handling

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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: -The position is a combination of equipment operator (30-90% depending on production peak times) but will also require the employee to perform material handling and loading/unloading duties.

Position: Forklift Operator
Shift: 1st Mon- Fri 6a-2p
Pay: $20.50 + $1.50 shift diff + $1.50 Surge Pay

In addition to the general job description below, the ideal candidate will also possess the following skills and/or experience:

-A minimum of 6 month’s experience operating stand-up material handling equipment is required. This position requires safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck, and first preference will be given to applicants with this experience. Experience operating other material handling equipment such as Order (Cherry) Picker, Sit-down, Clamp, Electric Pallet Jack is also a plus.

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.