Job Description

Job Title: Forklift Driver/Warehouse Associate
Job Location: Laredo, TX

We have an exciting opportunity for a Forklift Driver/ Warehouse Associate to manage customer accounts' daily operations. This position will be based at the Laredo, TX location.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform the unloading, loading, warehousing, and staging of merchandise
• Operate forklift and other vehicles and equipment
• Receives, sorts, and segregates incoming shipments for warehouse / distribution facilities
• Loads and unloads shipments on to or off of pallets, trays, racks, and shelves
• 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
• Palletize and shrink wrap pallets to prepare them for shipping
• Weigh products and/or loads and record weight
• Utilizes radio frequency (RF) scanning equipment as needed
• May perform routine vehicle, equipment, and warehouse maintenance
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills / Requirements

• Strong communication skills
• Forklift experience (minimum 3 years experience)
• Warehouse and / or Freight Forwarding industry experience
• Detail oriented and strong follow-up skills
• Able to walk/stand/kneel for long periods of time and lift 50 pounds

Pay rate: $14.75/hr. (Wages, benefits, scheduling, overtime, and job bidding are governed by the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA))

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.

Why Join DHL Global Forwarding?

At DHL Global Forwarding, we invest in our employees' growth, providing training, guidance, and career advancement opportunities. We believe in building careers, not just jobs, and empowering our team to develop skills and achieve long-term success. Be part of DHL Group, the world's leading logistics provider, operating in 220+ countries. DHL Global Forwarding (DGF) is a global leader in air and ocean freight, with 30,000+ employees ensuring seamless transport and supply chain solutions. Explore careers with us: [1] DHL Careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DHL Global Forwarding is committed to equal employment opportunities, evaluating all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

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