Forklift Operator

RowanEDC Partnership; Salisbury (NC); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable medical, dental, and vision

PTO program with holidays and vacation

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Training and career advancement

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is seeking a Forklift Operator in Salisbury, NC. The role focuses on moving pallets, loading/unloading trailers, and operating various forklifts in a fast-paced, safety-oriented warehouse.

Qualified candidates will have a forklift certificate or training within 30 days and at least 1 year of stand-up/high-reach forklift experience. Benefits include comprehensive health coverage, PTO, 401(k) matching, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 1 year previously operating a stand up High reach forklift.
• Forklift operator certificate or satisfactory completion within the first 30 days of employment.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Six months warehouse experience preferred.
• Six months forklift operation experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move pallets and products through the warehouse and stage for shipping.
• Operate forklift and power equipment to load/unload trailers and move stock.
• Maintain accurate records of inventory as required.
• Follow OSHA safety standards and company policies.
• Assist in general warehouse duties and daily housekeeping.

Skills

Forklift operation

Stock handling

Education

Forklift operator certificate

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

RF scanners

Electric pallet jacks

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.

Core responsibilities of this role include:

• Moving pallets and product through-out the warehouse;
• Operate equipment to transport materials, load and unload trailers, and other tasks.

Position: Forklift Operator

Shift: 3W shift

Hours: 4:45PM - 5:15AM

Days: Friday-Sunday

Pay: $21.50 per hour + $2.00 Shift Differential

Required Qualification: A minimum of 1 year previously operating a stand up High reach forklift.

Preferred Qualification: Minimum of 1 year experience with RF scanners; Minimum of 6 months experience operating a dock stocker; Prior experience with case picking; prior experience working in a cooler

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
• 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.