Forklift Operator

DHL Germany; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

DHL Supply Chain is looking for a First Shift Forklift Operator in San Jose, CA. You will be responsible for operating forklifts and performing material handling tasks in a fast-paced, safety-focused environment. Join one of the world’s largest logistics companies and enjoy excellent benefits, including medical coverage, PTO, and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage

PTO program including paid holidays and vacation

401(k) with generous company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Excellent training and career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Forklift operator certificate required within first 30 days.
• Six months warehouse and forklift operation experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, move, stock, and stage products using various types of forklifts.
• Comply with OSHA and MSDS standards and maintain equipment.
• Assist in physical inventories and complete daily inspections.

Skills

Forklift operation

Material handling

Inventory record keeping

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Forklift operator certificate

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.

The core responsibilities of this role include: The position is a combination of equipment operator (30-90% depending on production peak times) but will also require the employee to perform material handling, loose case picking and loading/unloading duties.

Position: First (1st) Shift Forklift Operator
Shift: 6:00am –; 2:30pm, Monday-Friday
Pay: $27.75per hour
Additional Incentives: All full-time employees are eligible to qualify for monthly performance and safety incentive bonuses!

In addition to the general job description below, the ideal candidate will also possess the following skills and/or experience:forklift material handling equipment is required. This position requires safe and efficient operation of a Forklift, first preference will be given to applicants with this experience. Experience operating other material handling equipment is also a plus.

Be part of the world’s largest logistics company!DHL Supply Chain hasbeen certified as a Great Place to Work in the US and Canada! Our excellent benefits packages includes:
- Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on your 30thday
- 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.

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