Forklift Operator - Aurora, IL
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Forklift Operator - Aurora, IL

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is On-Site at the location detailed in the job post. 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.

AFFORDABLE medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

401(k) with generous company match

Tuition reimbursement program

Excellent training and career advancement opportunities

Grow your skills. Shape your world.

Competitive Pay starting at $20.60 per hour plus shift premium on Saturday and Sunday ($.75)

Additional Incentives: All full-time employees are eligible to qualify for monthly attendance and other incentive bonuses.

Sun-Wed 1st Shift

Sunday: 6:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Monday-Wednesday: 4:45 AM to 2:45 PM

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.