Forklift Operator

DHL; Palmetto (GA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics company as a Forklift Operator, where you will play a crucial role in moving stock within a fast-paced and safety-oriented warehouse environment. This position offers the opportunity to operate various types of forklifts and equipment, ensuring efficient loading and unloading of shipments. With a commitment to employee growth, the company offers excellent training, career advancement opportunities, and a supportive team atmosphere. If you are looking to make an impact and grow your skills in the logistics industry, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverages

Paid vacation and holidays

401(k) with generous company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Excellent training and career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Must have at least 6 months of experience operating forklifts.
• Forklift operator certificate required within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload shipments using various types of forklifts.
• Maintain equipment and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Material Handling Equipment

Safety Compliance

Inventory Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Forklift Operator Certificate

Tools

Counter-Balance Reach Truck

Stand-Up Forklift

Sit-Down Forklift

Electric Pallet Jack

Job description

DHL Supply Chain is Hiring!

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: 6:00am – 6:00pm, Saturday-Monday
• Pay: $19.25 per hour
• Additional Incentives: Weekend shift $2.00 differential

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

• A minimum of 6 months experience operating material handling equipment is required. Experience operating the Counter-Balance Reach truck is preferred but will train applicants with strong experience operating other types of forklifts such as Reach truck, Clamp, Dock Stocker, Order (Cherry) Picker, sit-down.

Be part of the world’s largest logistics company! DHL Supply Chain has been certified as a Top Employer in the US for the 4th year in a row!

• AFFORDABLE medical, dental, and vision coverages 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.