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Forklift Driver-2nd shift

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics · Iowa City, IA · 2 mo ago
OTHR$19.3–$25/hrInternship

About the role

DSV keeps customers' supply chains flowing by ensuring reliable and efficient transport and logistics services through storage and transport of goods by air, sea and road. This Forklift Driver position is part of that mission.

Schedule

This is a 2nd shift position (2pm-10:30pm M-F).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Receiving/Put-Away: Unload inbound shipments safely and move product to storage locations. Input data accurately into WMS. Efficiently stack and store product in appropriate area. Maintain an organized work area.
  • Order Picking: Pull and prepare for shipment, ensuring that the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped. Perform picking duties in an efficient manner that meets customer service standards. Prepare freight for operations accurately and in a timely manner as required.
  • Quality: Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage. Report quality variances.
  • Delivery: Efficiently moves product from staging and/or storage to production lines and/or staging docks. Proper documentation must accompany freight.
  • Inventory: Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee that tight inventory control and security are maintained. Assist in physical inventories. Ensure proper stock rotation.
  • Safety, Housekeeping, and Compliance: Maintain a clean, neat, orderly work area, and assist in security of the warehouse. Comply with all Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site-specific policies. Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product and materials using a forklift, clamp truck, drum attachment, or other power equipment. Maintain the facility's equipment and materials in a neat, clean, and orderly fashion. On a daily basis, inspect and perform minor maintenance on the forklift or other equipment. Operate all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods. Associates must maintain an active forklift certification.
  • Maintenance: Perform or assist in building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as assigned.
  • Other Duties (Site Specific): Change fuel tanks on forklifts as needed; participate in physical inventories; perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as needed. Repair pallets when necessary, trailers, and truck bays as requested. Help maintain the facility to provide a clean, safe work environment. Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary.

Qualifications

Minimum Required:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • 6 months experience working in a logistics/distribution/relevant environment
  • Able to operate MHE
  • Must be able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months (can range from mild to moderate)
  • Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program

Preferred:

  • 1-2 years' experience working in a warehouse/logistics/distribution environment
  • 1-2 years forklift experience
  • Current or prior MHE certification

Skills & Abilities

  • Computer Skills: Basic computer skills, RF Scanners, WMS functions
  • Language Skills: English (reading, writing, verbal)
  • Mathematical Skills: Basic to intermediate level to verify quantities of product, count inventory, or perform other duties associated with handling, storing and distributing client products
  • Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and ability to accomplish job tasks in a timely manner
  • Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance
  • Must be able to effectively adapt to change and thrive in a stimulating, fast-paced work environment

Physical Demands

  • Occasionally: Handling/Fingering, Sitting
  • Frequently: Bending
  • Constantly: Walking and Standing
  • Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull 21-50 pounds
  • Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Pay

The expected base pay range is $19.30/hr - $25/hr. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

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