Forklift Operator Hammond, IN

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DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL you will play a part in one of the worlds most essential industries. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply a global business like ours the opportunities are endless. So join us. Work with us. Grow with us.

The core responsibilities of this role include : -The position is a combination of equipment operator (30-90% depending on production peak times) but will also require the employee to perform material handling and loading / unloading duties.

Position : Forklift Operator

Shift : Mon-Fri 10am-6 : 30pm (Some Saturdays)

Pay : $17.50 / hour

In addition to the general job description below the ideal candidate will also possess the following skills and / or experience :

• A minimum of 6 months experience operating stand-up material handling equipment is required. This position requires safe and efficient operation of a stand-up Dock Stocker and Reach Truck and first preference will be given to applicants with this experience. Experience operating other material handling equipment such as Order (Cherry) Picker Sit-down Clamp Electric Pallet Jack is also a plus.

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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. Youll 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 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 facilitys equipment and materials in a neat clean and orderly fashion.

Assist in physical inventories.

Complete daily inspection of equipment.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Qualifications / Responsibilities

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.

Key Skills

Load & Unload,Shipping & Receiving,Forklift,Basic Math,Industrial Equipment,Warehouse Experience,Warehouse Distribution Experience,Warehouse Management System,Driving,Reach Truck,Clamp Truck,RF Scanner

Employment Type : Hourly

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1