Forklift Operator

DHL Supply Chain; North Aurora (IL); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Paid vacation

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain in North Aurora, IL is hiring a Forklift Operator to move stock within our warehouse, loading and unloading shipments and operating stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks.

This position requires at least six months of warehouse and forklift experience, plus a forklift operator certificate or completion of forklift-training within 30 days. A High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred, with competitive benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products using forklifts or other power equipment (80% of shift).
• Pull and prepare product for shipment with exact quantities and types.
• Keep inventory records accurate and report variances.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
• Support in physical inventories and general duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

OSHA safety

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Stand-up forklift

Sit-down forklift

Clamp forklift

Electric pallet jacks

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.

-Position: Forklift Operator

-Shift:Monday - Friday 2PM - 10PM

-Pay: $ 21.00

In addition to the general job description below, the ideal will also have the following skills:

A minimum of six months experience in the following: stand-up, sit-down, or clamp forklifts and electric pallet jacks

Be part of the world’s largest logistics company! DHL Supply Chain has been certified as a Great Place to Work® and Top Employer in the US for the 3rd year in a row!

- AFFORDABLE medical, dental, and vision coverage offered on your 30th day

- Paid vacation and holidays

- 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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