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Forklift Driver

DSV Air & Sea Inc.
United States, Connecticut, Newtown
Feb 12, 2026


If you are a current DSV employee and interested in a position in another country,please contact your Human Resource representative to discuss the process and requirements of applying.


Job area:

Terminal/Warehouse/Transport

POSITION SUMMARY


TheForklift Operatoris responsible foroperating 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 and may also berequiredto perform Order Filler and Checker duties in addition to his or her own.Theyare responsible fortheaccuratestoring,shippingand receiving ofproductto meet company standards of safety, security, and productivity.


As part of the DSV team, Associates are expected to meet companyobjectivesin the areas of performance, safety, and quality.Associates are expected tocomply withall corporate and site-specific policies and may berequiredto perform any combination of the following.

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 appropriatearea.






  • 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 andin a timely mannerasrequired.




Quality:




  • Ensure inbound and outbound shipments areaccurateand free of damage.






  • Report quality variances




Delivery:




  • Efficiently moves product form staging and/or storage to production lines and/or staging docks.






  • Proper documentation mustaccompanyfreight.




Inventory:




  • Keepappropriate recordsand reports toguaranteethat tight inventory control and security aremaintained.






  • Assistin physical inventories.Ensure proper stock rotation.




Safety, Housekeeping, and Compliance:




  • Maintain a clean, neat, orderly work area, andassistin security of the warehouse




Willcomply withall 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 mustmaintainan active forklift certification.




Maintenance:




  • Perform orassistin building, grounds, and equipment maintenance as assigned.




OTHER DUTIES(Site Specific)




  • Change fuel tanks onforkliftsas needed:participatein physical inventories; perform labeling, sorting, wrapping, packing, and repacking as needed






  • Repairpalletswhen necessary, trailers, and truck bays as requested.






  • Helpmaintainthe facility to provide a clean, safe work environment.






  • Performs other duties asrequired






  • Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary




SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES




  • None




MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS


Education and/or Experience




  • Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).






  • 6 months experience working ina 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




Certificates, Licenses, Registrations or Professional Designations




  • Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program




Hours: 2:00pm to 10:30pm, Monday to Friday

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND 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,storingand distributing client products.




Other




  • Strong attention to detail accuracy andaccomplishjobtaskin 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-pacedwork environment.




PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS


1-2 years'experience working in a warehouse/logistics/distribution environment




  • 1-2yearsforklift experience.






  • Current or prior MHE certification




PHYSICAL DEMANDS


Occasionally





  • Handling/Fingering, Sitting






Frequently





  • Bending






Constantly





  • Walking and Standing





Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull





  • 21-50 pounds







  • Reachaboveshoulder, 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 Statement


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.




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Nearest Major Market: Bridgeport

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