Forklift Driver / Warehouse Associate - Milwaukee, WI Job at VetJobs, Milwaukee, WI

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  • VetJobs
  • Milwaukee, WI

Job Description

Job Description

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 click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.
DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is the world leader in air freight services and one of the leading providers of ocean freight services. Around 30,000 employees work to ensure we transport our customers of shipments by air or sea. DGF's logistics solutions span the entire supply chain, from the factory to the shop floor. This also includes special transport-related services.


As a Forklift Driver / Warehouse Associate you will be responsible for performing all tasks associated with warehousing and distribution including picking, packing, shipping, receiving, labeling, loading/unloading, and inventory control.

Key Responsibilities:

Receives, sorts, and segregates incoming shipments for warehouse / distribution facilities
Loads and unloads shipments on to or off of pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand
Sorts and processes outgoing shipments according to established procedures and regulations
Load shipments into vehicles and uses hand tools to install strapping, bracing, and padding
Prepares and updates information in computerized systems such as logs, packing lists, pick tickets, invoices, inventories, transfer/delivery tickets, orders / receipts etc.
Maintains inventory records of customer shipments and performs audits to ensure integrity and security of freight
Will perform routine vehicle, equipment, and warehouse maintenance
Will operate forklift, hand jacks, and other vehicles and equipment
Communicate with customers and carriers

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Skills / Requirements:

Strong communication skills
Basic computer skills required
Knowledge of scanning freight in/out of the warehouse
Detail oriented and strong follow-up skills
Able to walk/stand for long periods of time and lift 60-80 pounds
Fork lift experience (sit down is required)-minimum 2 years
Loading trailers/shipping containers is required
Warehouse Distribution and / or Freight Forwarding industry experience required
Flexible hours: availability 1st shift-6 am to 6pm (though this may vary)-start time may vary
Strong attendance record
Safety oriented

Pay Range: $23.36 - $31.14/hr. (Based on Experience)

Benefits (All Non-Union Employees)

Compensation: Competitive base salary plus role dependent performance-based incentives.
401(k) Match: $1-for-$1 match up to 4% quarterly + 2% annual base contribution.
Stock Purchase Plan: Ability to purchase Deutsche Post AG shares at a discounted rate.
Medical: Comprehensive plans covering preventive care, inpatient/outpatient services, and prescriptions.
Vision: Optional coverage for exams, frames, and contacts.
Dental: Optional coverage for preventive, basic, and major services.
Paid Time Off: 7 major holidays, 8 floating holidays, and accrued vacation/sick days.

Job Tags

Flexible hours, Day shift

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