Warehouse Forklift Operator | Inventory & Shipping

DHL Global Forwarding; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

401(k) Match

Stock Purchase Plan

Medical coverage

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Paid Time Off

Job summary

DHL Global Forwarding in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Associate to perform warehousing and distribution tasks including picking, packing, shipping, receiving, labeling, loading/unloading, and inventory control.

Responsibilities include receiving and sorting shipments, loading and unloading, updating logs and inventories, and possible operation of forklifts and related equipment. The role requires forklift experience and the ability to lift up to 40–50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and attention to detail required.
• Must be able to walk/stand/kneel for long periods and lift 40-50 pounds.
• Forklift experience (stand-up preferred) required.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations and WMS is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receive, sort, and segregate incoming shipments.
• Load/unload shipments to pallets, trays, racks.
• Sort and process outgoing shipments per procedures.
• Load shipments into vehicles; apply strapping, bracing, padding.
• Prepare and update information in logs, packing lists, invoices, inventories, and delivery tickets.
• Maintain inventory records and audit freight security.
• May perform routine vehicle, equipment, and warehouse maintenance.
• May operate forklift, hand jacks, and other equipment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Scanning freight in/out

Detail oriented and follow-up

Lift 40-50 pounds

Forklift experience

WMS experience

Warehouse/freight forwarding industry

Job description

DHL Global Forwarding in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Warehouse Forklift Associate to perform warehousing and distribution tasks including picking, packing, shipping, receiving, labeling, loading/unloading, and inventory control.

Responsibilities include receiving and sorting shipments, loading and unloading, updating logs and inventories, and possible operation of forklifts and related equipment. The role requires forklift experience and the ability to lift up to 40–50 pounds.