Warehouse Agent

DHL Global Forwarding; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 32,180 - 42,898; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match: $1‑for‑$1 match up to 4% quarterly

Stock Purchase Plan at discounted rate

Comprehensive Medical plans

Optional Vision and Dental coverage

Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and vacation/sick days

Job summary

DHL Global Forwarding is seeking a Warehouse Agent in Minneapolis, MN. Responsible for various warehousing tasks including receiving, sorting, and loading shipments. Requires strong communication skills and detail-oriented approach.

Desired candidates should have forklift experience, knowledge of warehouse management systems, and the ability to lift weights. This position offers competitive pay ranging from $23.36 to $31.14 per hour depending on experience, along with comprehensive benefits including 401(k), healthcare plans, and paid time off.

Responsibilities

• Receives, sorts, and segregates incoming shipments.
• Loads and unloads shipments using pallets, trays, racks, and shelves.
• Sorts and processes outgoing shipments according to procedures.
• Loads shipments into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing, and padding.
• Prepares information in computerized systems such as logs and lists.
• Maintains inventory records and performs audits for integrity.
• May perform vehicle, equipment, and warehouse maintenance.
• May operate forklift and hand jacks.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Knowledge of scanning freight in/out of the warehouse

Detail oriented and strong follow‑up skills

Able to walk/stand/kneel for long periods and lift 40‑50 pounds

Fork lift experience (stand‑up is preferred)

Warehouse management systems (WMS) experience

Warehouse and/or Freight Forwarding industry experience

Job description

Job Title: Warehouse Agent

Job Location: Minneapolis, MN

DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure we transport our customers’ shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor, including special transport-related services.

As a Warehouse Agent you will be responsible for performing all tasks associated with warehousing and distribution including picking, packing, shipping, receiving, labeling, loading/unloading, and inventory control.

Key Responsibilities

• Receives, sorts, and segregates incoming shipments for warehouse/distribution facilities
• Loads and unloads shipments on to or off of pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand
• Sorts and processes outgoing shipments according to established procedures and regulations
• Loads shipments into vehicles and uses hand tools to install strapping, bracing, and padding
• Prepares and updates information in computerized systems such as logs, packing lists, pick tickets, invoices, inventories, transfer/delivery tickets, orders/receipts etc.
• Maintains inventory records of customer shipments and performs audits to ensure integrity and security of freight
• May perform routine vehicle, equipment, and warehouse maintenance
• May operate forklift, hand jacks, and other vehicles and equipment

Skills / Requirements

• Strong communication skills
• Knowledge of scanning freight in/out of the warehouse
• Detail oriented and strong follow‑up skills
• Able to walk/stand/kneel for long periods of time and lift 40‑50 pounds occasionally
• Fork lift experience (stand‑up is preferred)
• Warehouse management systems (WMS) experience is preferred
• Warehouse and/or Freight Forwarding industry experience strongly preferred

Pay Range: $23.36 - $31.14/hr. (Based on Experience)

Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)

• Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role‑dependent performance‑based incentives.
• 401(k) Match: $1‑for‑$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.
• Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.
• Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.
• Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.
• Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.
• Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.