Forklift Operator

Deutsche Post DHL; New Whiteland (IN); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

PTO

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Training and advancement

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in Indiana is hiring a Forklift Operator for weekend shifts. The role involves operating stand-up, sit-down, and clamp forklifts, loading/unloading shipments, and moving stock within a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Weekend schedule: Fri–Sun, 6:00a–6:00p, with pay of $20.50 plus $1.50 shift differential. Ideal candidates will have forklift certification, a high school diploma, and at least 6 months of related experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months experience operating stand-up material handling equipment.
• Six months warehouse experience preferred.
• Six months forklift operation experience required.

Responsibilities

• Move stock within warehouse using forklifts and other power equipment.
• Load and unload shipments, and stage products for shipment.
• Maintain records and reports for inventory accuracy.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and assist in inventories.

Skills

Forklift operation

Warehouse experience

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Forklift certification

High school diploma

Tools

Stand-up forklift

Sit-down forklift

Clamp forklift

Electric pallet jack

Reach truck

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: Weekend Shift: Fri - Sun: 6:00a - 6:00p
Pay: $20.50 PLUS $1.50 Shift Differential

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

-A minimum of 6 months' 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 hasbeen 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 30thday
• 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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