Forklift Operator

DPDHL

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

University Park, Illinois

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Forklift operators are responsible for moving, loading, and unloading stock within a fast-paced warehouse environment. They must maintain inventory accuracy, perform daily equipment inspections, and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

You have at least 6 months of warehouse experience and 6 months of forklift operation experience. A High School Diploma or Equivalent is preferred, and you will need to obtain a forklift operator certificate within your first 30 days of employment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

forklift operation

warehouse experience

OSHA

MSDS

forklift-training program

Job Description

DHL SupplyChainHiring!?

At DHL, you will play a part in one of the world’s most essential industries. As the world’s leading contractlogisticsprovider, we believe in doing the right thing, growing together, and delivering the difference. At DHL, you have a voice that matters and can make an impact that lasts. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In a global business like ours,opportunitiesare endless. So, join us. Work with us. Grow with us.?

-Position:ForkliftOperator

-Shift:4thShift6pm–;6amFriday -Sunday

-Pay:$21.00Plus $1.75 Shift Differential

In addition to the general job description below, the ideal will also have the following skills:

  • At least 6 monthspreviouswarehouse experience

  • Previousforklift experienceplus, but not necessary.Willing to trainthe right individual

  • Steady work history

  • Your own reliable transportation

Be part of the world’s largestlogisticscompany!??DHL Supply Chain has?been certified as a Great Place to Work® and Top Employer in the US for the 3rdyear in a row!

- AFFORDABLE medical, dental, and vision coverage offered on your 30thday

- Paid vacation and holidays

- 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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DPDHL

DHL is the leading global brand in the logistics industry. Our divisions offer an unrivaled portfolio of logistics services ranging from national and international parcel delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment solutions, international express, road, air and ocean transport to industrial supply chain management. With specialized solutions for growth markets and industries including technology, life sciences and healthcare, engineering, manufacturing & energy, auto-mobility and retail, DHL is decisively positioned as "The logistics company for the world". DHL is part of DHL Group. Privacy notice https://group.dhl.com/en/data-protection.html
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