Forklift Operator

DH; Palmyra (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO including holidays and vacation

401(k) with company match

Career advancement opportunities

Forklift operation training provided

Job summary

DHL is hiring a 1st shift Forklift Operator in a climate-controlled warehouse. You will train to operate a stand-up counterbalance within 6–12 months. Hours are 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday-Saturday on a rotating schedule, with a starting pay of $18.45 per hour.

This is a full-time position requiring prior warehouse experience. Qualified candidates have forklift experience and a high school diploma; certification is expected within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Forklift certification must be completed within 30 days.
• Six months warehouse experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products using forklifts.
• Operate stand-up or reach forklift and pallet jacks as needed.
• Ensure safety and OSHA compliance in daily tasks.

Skills

Warehouse experience

Reach truck operation

Education

Forklift operator certificate

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

DHL

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: 100% high reach operator with ability to train on stand-up counterbalance in 6-12 months in a climate-controlled facility.

Shift: 1st shift

Days: Mon., Tues., Fri., Sat AND Tues., Wed., Thurs., Fri (Rotates every two weeks)

Hours: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Pay: $18.45per hour

Full Time

Required Qualification: Previous experience working in a warehouse.

Preferred Qualification: A minimum of 6 months previously operating a Reach Truck or High Reach forklift.

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 include:

• - 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


• - Excellent training and career advancement opportunities

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

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.