Forklift Driver, Inventory

Position Summary

The Inventory Control Associate is responsible for operating material handling equipment (MHE) to move, locate, relocate, stack, and count inventory. Computer data entry is required for receipts, shipments, and inventory maintenance. The Associate assists the supervisor/manager in ensuring facility compliance with quality standards and supports overall performance, safety, and quality objectives.

• Maintain accurate warehouse inventory.
• Direct customer interface to answer questions and resolve issues.
• Return material from customer to factory.
• Transfer material to the appropriate area.
• Relocate material to keep and maintain inventory range and locations.
• Operate all equipment safely.
• Function autonomously, reporting progress and issues to supervisor/management.
• Follow company policies, guidelines, and procedures.
• Maintain appropriate records and reports to ensure inventory control and security. Conduct physical inventory as required and assist in daily/monthly cycle counts.
• Perform safety audits per operation requirements and report and correct any unsafe operations.
• Participate in daily start‑up and staff meetings as required and assist supervision as needed.
• Use PC skills for e‑mail and generating reports.
• Initiate actions to prevent non‑conformities and recommend solutions through designated channels, verifying implementation.
• Review/investigate issues with inbound and outbound functions including unloading, checking, staging, labeling, and loading. Ship material to the factory upon client requests and notify management when procedures require updates.
• Maintain a clean, neat, and orderly work area and perform housekeeping audits per operation requirements.

• Assist leadership as needed.
• Work flexible schedules, including nights and weekends, as required by the operation. Participate in cross‑training opportunities to assist as a backup associate.
• Work overtime as dictated by business, whether mandatory or voluntary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• None

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• 6 months experience in a logistics/distribution or related environment.
• Ability to operate MHE.
• Capability to work in unregulated temperatures ranging from mild to moderate.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations

• Completion of a forklift training program.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Basic computer skills, RF scanners, and WMS functions.
• Mathematical ability to verify quantities and perform inventory counts.
• Strong attention to detail and timely task completion.
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance.
• Adaptability to change and fast‑paced work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1‑3 years experience in an inventory department.
• 1‑3 years forklift experience.
• Current or prior MHE certification.

Occasionally:
Hand & finger manipulation, sitting, handling product and packaging materials.
Frequently:
Walking and standing.
Constantly:
Walking, standing, lifting/carrying, pushing/pulling. Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel.

Rare exposure to fumes or airborne particles. Noise level usually low to moderate.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DSV is an equal employment opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, religion, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

DSV offers a comprehensive benefits program including medical, prescription, dental, vision and life insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, short‑ and long‑term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, a 401(k) plan with company matching up to 5%, and paid time off programs and holidays. Eligibility and coverage options vary by location.

For this position, the expected base pay range is $21.23–$23.23 per hour, determined based on job‑related factors such as experience, skills, education or certifications, and geographic location, in accordance with applicable laws and company policy.