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Forklift Operator

DHL
Hagerstown, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 11/5/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/14/2027
DHL Supply Chain is Hiring! At DHL, you will play a part in one of the world’s most essential industries. There has never been a better time to join DHL Supply Chain. In 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: Ability work both on and off a forklift - physical labor required This position will be responsible for fulfilling mattress orders in our DC1 location.

Position: Forklift Operator
Shift: 2nd Shift
Hours: 4:00pm - 12:30am
Days: Monday-Friday
Pay: $23.00 per hour

Required Qualification: A minimum of 1 year of previous experience on various forklifts. Ability to lift up to 60lbs. Must be comfortable working on and off of the forklift.
Preferred Qualification: Prior experience using RF scanners.

Be part of the world’s largest logistics company! DHL Supply Chain has been certified as a Great Place to Work® in the US and Canada! Our excellent benefits packages include:
  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage available beginning on your 30th day
  • PTO program for all associates, including paid holidays and vacation
  • 401(k) with generous company match
  • Tuition reimbursement program
  • Excellent training and career advancement opportunities

Grow your skills. Shape your world.


Role Purpose
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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 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
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  • 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.


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.

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Brand: DHL
Address: 11835 Newgate Blvd Hagerstown, MD - 21740
Property Description: 5320 - Hagerstown MD NERC
Property Number: 5320

Benefits:

Vacation & Paid Time Off, Health Insurance, 401K Plan

Salary : $23

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