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Forklift Operator

DHL

DHL

Salt Lake City, UT, USA · Salt Lake City, UT, USA · Utah, USA · United States
Posted on Jun 29, 2024

NOW HIRING Stand Up Forklift Operator starting at $21.00 per hour

Join the #1 logistics company in the world: DHL Supply Chain

Our Salt Lake City, UT facility is growing, and we're looking for world-class people like you!

We are currently looking for Forklift Operators to join our 2nd shift team!

This position will be responsible for but not limited to:

  • 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 the product for shipment ensuring the exact number and types of products 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.

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Wages at $21.00 per hour with an annual increase possible
  • Eligible for attendance bonuses
  • Work schedules:Monday –; Friday, 11:30 AM –; 8:30 PM
  • Weekly pay available
  • Overtime available based on customer volume
  • Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription
  • Paid Time Off available
  • 401(k) with a generous company match
  • Tuition reimbursement program

WHAT WE SEEK:

  • Previous forklift experience preferred
  • Must be detail-oriented, and a team player

It’s Official, DHL Supply Chain is certified as a Great Place to Work® and a TOP EMPLOYER in the US.

Learn about why our associates enjoy being #TogetherUnstoppable


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.