Forklift operator

Over de functie

As a Forklift Operator DHL Freight, you are responsible for ensuring the smooth flow of goods at a modern terminal in Houten. You work in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, safety, and efficiency are essential in daily operations.
As a Forklift Operator DHL Freight, you handle a combination of physical and logistical tasks and play a key role in keeping shipments on schedule. You work closely with colleagues and maintain control over the process throughout your shift.
Your activities consist of:

• Loading and unloading trucks to ensure shipments are handled on time
• Moving goods within the warehouse using a forklift and other equipment
• Scanning and checking shipments for accuracy and quality
• Organizing and securing goods for safe transport
• Working together with colleagues to maintain an efficient workflow

You work as a Forklift Operator DHL Freight in a 3-shift system with fixed rotating schedules:

• Morning shift from 07:00 to 15:30
• Afternoon shift from 16:00 to 00:30
• Night shift from 23:00 to 07:30

As a Forklift Operator DHL Freight, you will receive a temporary contract with a prospect for the future and work in a structured and professional logistics environment.

Wat bieden we jou

• An hourly wage starting from €15.61
• 30% shift allowance for work between 18:00 - 06:00 on weekdays, your hourly pay at those times is €20,29;
• 50% allowance for working on saturday, then your hourly pay is €23,42;
• A temporary contract with the prospect of a direct contract at DHL Freight;
• A full-time role of 40 hours per week;
• Work at a modern, well-equipped terminal in Houten;
• Quick feedback on your application within 24 hours.

Functie-eisen

• You have a valid forklift license or are wanting to get one;
• Experience in logistics is preferred but not mandatory;
• Physically fit for lifting and warehouse tasks;
• Resides near Houten, Nieuwegein, or Utrecht;
• Willing to work in a rotating 3-shift system.

Over het bedrijf

Our client, DHL Freight, is part of the DHL Group, the world’s largest logistics service provider. We provide reliable and efficient road transport across Europe. At our terminal in Houten, we work together every day to ensure that shipments reach their destination safely and on time.

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