Forklift Operator

DHL; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company in Salisbury, North Carolina, is seeking a Forklift Operator. Responsibilities include operating forklifts to move products, loading and unloading trucks, and maintaining inventory accuracy. The role requires a forklift operator certificate and prior experience in a warehouse setting. Benefits include medical coverage, PTO, 401(k) match, and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO program

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years experience operating a stand-up, high-reach forklift.
• Experience with RF scanning for picking cases.
• Ability to maintain equipment and facility cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Move pallets and product throughout the warehouse.
• Load and unload trailers.
• Prepare product for shipment and maintain inventory records.

Skills

Forklift operation

RF scanning

Inventory management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Forklift operator certificate

Job description

Overview

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: Moving pallets and product throughout the warehouse, loading and unloading trailers, occasionally case pick.

Role Details

• Position: Forklift Operator
• Shift: 1C / Thursday - Monday / 5:45am to 2:15pm
• Pay: $21.25 per hour
• Additional Incentives: Attendance Bonus

Responsibilities

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

• 2 years minimum experience operating a stand-up, high-reach forklift
• 2 years minimum RF scanning experience, picking cases
• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products and materials using various types of forklifts or other power equipment (80% of 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

Benefits and Additional Information

• 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

Equal Opportunity

Our Organization is an equal opportunity employer.