Forklift, Reach

DSV is a global transport and logistics company operating in over 80 countries. This full-time position is based in Lancaster, Midpoint Dr, USA, within the Solutions division.

About the role

The Reach Forklift Operator is responsible for operating reach power industrial trucks for the purpose of moving, locating, relocating, stacking, and counting merchandise. The operator is accountable for the safe and efficient operation of the vehicle, while meeting company standards of safety, security, and productivity. As part of the DSV team, associates are expected to meet company objectives in the areas of performance, safety, quality, and teamwork, and to comply with all corporate and site-specific policies.

Responsibilities

• Receiving/Put-Away: Input data accurately into WMS; efficiently stack and store product in appropriate area; maintain an organized work area.
• Order Picking: Pull and prepare product for shipment, ensuring the exact number and type of product is loaded and shipped; perform picking duties efficiently to meet customer service standards; prepare freight for operations accurately and timely.
• Quality: Ensure inbound and outbound shipments are accurate and free of damage; report quality variances; support 4C’s initiatives (Customer Satisfaction, Clean and Safe Work Environment, Complete Risk Prevention, Continuous Improvement) and 5S initiatives.
• Delivery: Efficiently move product from staging and/or storage to production lines and/or staging docks; ensure proper documentation accompanies freight.
• Inventory: Keep appropriate records and reports to guarantee tight inventory control and security; assist in physical inventories; ensure proper stock rotation through normal daily work.
• Safety, Housekeeping, and Compliance: Maintain facility, work area, and equipment in a clean, neat, orderly manner and maintain a safe work environment; comply with all Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site-specific policies, safety rules, and OSHA/MSDS standards; perform all work safely.
• Equipment Operation: Load, unload, move, stack, and stage product and materials from elevated racking and varied racking media using a reach forklift or other power equipment; inspect and report issues on forklift or other equipment daily; operate all equipment safely and efficiently following prescribed work methods including daily OSHA safety checklist inspection; maintain active forklift certification; assist with correcting improperly stored pallets at elevation and correcting unsafe/tipped pallets.
• Maintenance: Perform or assist in building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as assigned.
• Other Duties (Site Specific): Participate in physical inventories; perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking; change fuel tanks on forklifts; repair pallets, trailers, and truck bays; perform overtime as dictated by business (mandatory or voluntary).

Requirements

• Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED; 6 months experience in logistics/distribution/relevant environment; able to operate stand-up Reach Truck while placing and removing pallets from elevated storage media; able to work in unregulated warehouse temperatures (mild to moderate extremes).
• Certificates/Licenses: Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program.
• Computer Skills: Basic computer skills; RF scanners; WMS functions.
• Language Skills: English (reading, writing, verbal).
• Mathematical Skills: Basic to intermediate level to verify quantities, count inventory, or perform duties associated with handling, storing, and distributing client products.
• Other: Strong attention to detail and accuracy; ability to accomplish job tasks timely; ability to perform duties with minimal supervision; ability to adapt to change and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in warehouse/logistics/distribution environment.
• 1–2 years proven forklift experience.
• 1–2 years proven stand-up reach lift experience.
• Current or prior MHE certification.
• Able to operate Electric Pallet Jack and Dock Loader (Pacer) when needed.

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 duties, the employee is rarely exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. Noise level is usually low to moderate.

Pay

Expected base pay range: $18.58 – $27.87 annually. Actual compensation determined by job-related factors such as relevant experience, skills, education, certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.

Benefits

Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

Schedule

Full Time