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DHL hiring Forklift Operator, Dekalb, Illinois

Forklift Operator

DHL

Dekalb, Illinois
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Hiring Forklift OperatorFri-Sun 5a-5p work schedule is great for work life balance. Our site regularly offers overtime on a voluntary basis.

$1,000 Retention Bonus

Prior forklift experience is not required.

Wages &

BENEFITS

Competitive starting wages $ 20.25/hour plus 1.25 shift bonus

Paid training

  • Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits at a very low cost available at your 30th day of employment

401(K) with generous company match

Paid vacation

  • Start earning PTO on your first day!
  • Tuition reimbursement program available after 1 year of employment

    SITE INCENTIVES:

    Monthly attendance bonuses

    Monthly quality bonuses earning $ or additional PTO

    Monthly productivity bonuses, top end performers earning > $500/month

    Employee referral program up to $500.00

    $1,000 Retention bonus

    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.

    Estimated Salary

    $38
    / hour

    DHL pays $38 for Stock Clerk in Dekalb, Illinois, with most salaries ranging from $27 to $57. Pay can vary based on role, experience, and local cost of living.

    Median
    $38
    Low
    $27
    High
    $57

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