DHL Germany is hiring: Forklift Operator in Memphis

At DHL, you will play a part in one of the world’s most essential industries. As the world’s leading contract logistics provider, 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, the opportunities are endless.

The core responsibilities of this role include: picking orders and placing them on pallets that require lifting up to 35 lbs.

Position: Second Shift (2nd) Forklift Operator

Shift: 2:00pm-10:30pm, Monday-Friday. Overtime is required based on business needs.

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour

Required Qualifications:

• A minimum of 1 year operating a Reach Truck
• A minimum of 1 year operating a Dock Stocker
• A minimum of 1 year operating an Order (cherry) Picker
• 6 months experience using an RF Scanner
• 6 months experience with a Warehouse Management System such as Red Prairie, Blue Yonder, Manhattan, SAP, AS/400

Preferred Qualifications:

• A minimum of 6 months experience operating a sit-down forklift
• A minimum of 6 months operating an electric pallet jack

Be part of the world’s largest logistics company! DHL Supply Chain has been certified as a Great Place to Work and Top Employer in the US for the 3rd year in a row.

Benefits include:

• AFFORDABLE medical, dental, and vision coverage offered on your 30th day
• Paid vacation and holidays
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Excellent training and career advancement opportunities

Role Purpose: 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

DHL is an equal opportunity employer.