Forklift Operator - Garland, United States - DHL (Deutsche Post)

Description

Come work for a dynamic international company, the leader in worldwide logistics and supply chain management

We are dedicated to provide you with a safe work environment. We provide masks, safety glasses, disinfecting stations, vests and we reimburse you up to $100 for safety shoes. We also have temperature monitors as an extra layer of protection for our employees.

Shift:
Monday -; Friday 10pm to 6am


WAGES & BENEFITS:

• Start at $19.10 per hour + $1.00 shift premium for PM shifts. Total starting salary of $20.10 per hour.

* $750.00 Retention bonus (Pay out: $200 after 30 days, $250 after 60 days and $300 after 90 days)

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits at very low cost to you
• 401(k) with company match
• Overtime available

SITE INCENTIVES:

• Monthly attendance bonuses
• Employee referral program up to $300.00 per person referred (must complete 90 days with DHL)
• Quarterly employee appreciation events
• Retention bonuses ($750.00)

WHAT TO EXPECT:

• Dedicated trainers on all shifts to focus on your development
• Our program provides the tools and attention needed for you to succeed
• Safety committee - Help contribute to a safer workplace for everyone
• Associate Relations Committee - Have a say in improving our company
• Employee survey -; Help us get better
• Positive working environment with an emphasis on teamwork and innovation
• Career advancement - Our site places high importance on personal development and promotion from within

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.