Forklift Operator

DHL; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading logistics provider as a Forklift Operator, where you will play a crucial role in moving stock within a fast-paced warehouse environment. This position offers comprehensive training, opportunities for career advancement, and a supportive team atmosphere. With competitive pay starting at $23.00 per hour and various bonus opportunities, you can thrive in a role that is essential to the supply chain. Enjoy a structured work schedule with options for overtime and shift differentials, making this an ideal opportunity for those looking to grow in the logistics field.

Benefits

Forklift Training Provided

Yearly Raises

Market Increases

Bonus Opportunities

Monthly Production Bonuses

Quarterly Attendance Bonuses

Overtime Available

Shift Differential Available

Qualifications

• Must have a forklift operator certificate or complete training within 30 days.
• Preferred: High School Diploma and warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and move products using forklifts and other equipment.
• Maintain inventory records and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Inventory Management

Safety Compliance

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Forklift Operator Certificate

Tools

Forklifts

Electric Pallet Jacks

Job description

DHL Supply Chain is the world’s leading contract logistics provider. Combining value-added and management services with traditional fulfilment and distribution, our customized, integrated logistics solutions drive efficiency, improve quality and create competitive advantage. By joining DHL Supply Chain you are joining a company that offers limitless opportunities to grow. We're proud of our supportive work environment where employees are given the tools and training they need to learn, grow and succeed. Visit our site at: https://careers.dhl.com/global/en/sc-usa-canada

Location: 1800 Union Airpark Blvd, Vandalia, OH 45377

Starting Pay: Up to $23.00 per hour

*An additional $.50 per hour for hours worked with start times between 5:30pm Friday and 9:30pm Sunday

Yearly Raises and Market Increases

Forklift Training Provided

Bonus Opportunities: Yes

Monthly Production Bonuses: Yes

Quarterly Attendance and Retention Bonuses

See below for shift availability.

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.

Shifts Available:

A/B Team (Days): 2 Week Rotating 2-3-2 schedule. (See Diagram)

Hours: 6:00am – 6:00pm

Overtime available.

C/D Team (Nights): 2 Week Rotating 2-3-2 schedule. (See Diagram)

Hours: 6:00pm – 6:00am

Overtime available.

Shift differential available.

F Team (Nights): Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

Hours: 7:00pm – 5:30am

Overtime available

Shift differential available

G Team (Days): Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Hours: 6:00am to 6:00pm.

No overtime required, but is available.

H Team (Nights): Friday, Saturday, Sunday

Hours: 6:00pm – 6:00am

No overtime required, but is available.

Shift differential available.

J Team (Nights): Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Hours: 7:00pm – 5:30am

Overtime available

Shift differential available

K Team (Nights): Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Hours: 7:00pm – 5:30am

Overtime available

Shift differential available

L Team (2nd shift): Monday thru Friday

Hours: 2:30pm – 11:00pm

Overtime available

Shift differential available

M Team (3rd shift): Sunday thru Thursday

Hours: 10:30pm – 7:00am

Overtime available

Shift differential available