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Forklift Operator

FedEx Supply Chain, Lebanon, IN, United States


Pay: $20.50/hour Plus $1.25/hour Shift Differential

Shift: 2nd Shift Monday-Friday, 4:30pm-1am

Location: S. Indianapolis

Forklift Operator 1

Position Summary
The Forklift Operator I is primarily responsible for safely operating basic powered material handling equipment including Sit-Down/Stand Up Forklift and Electric Pallet Jack for the purpose of product receipt, storage and order fulfillment. This position is responsible for product safety, quality, legality and integrity.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Loading and unloading of pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines, by hand or equipment

Safely loading/unloading, transporting, and stacking materials using forklifts

Sorting and building products to pallets to ensure compliance with customer expectations

Use machinery to apply shrink wrap to pallet

Quality control to ensure accuracy of all transactions

Performing daily equipment inspections for maintenance

Maintain accuracy of storage locations by performing daily cycle counts and routine inventory maintenance tasks

Perform other distribution work functions as needed due to business volume and need

Adhering to strict OSHA safety rules

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Ability to operate powered basic material handling equipment, i.e. electric pallet jack and Stand-up/Sit down forklift

Must meet all PPE requirements

Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail and coordination

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Customer service driven

Strong team player

Physical & Cognitive Requirements

Ability to follow policies and procedures

Ability to read, write, and interpret information

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide

Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel

Ability to sit, walk, or stand for the duration of the shift

Must possess visual acuity to perform essential job functions

Ability to conduct physical tasks with a full range of motion throughout the warehouse environment

Ability to lift/carry items up to 50 pounds

Equal Opportunity Employer
FedEx Supply Chain, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Perks and Benefits at FedEx Supply Chain (FSC)

Competitive Pay:

FedEx Supply Chain offers competitive hourly rates depending on your location and experience.

401(k) plan with company match after 1 year

Tuition reimbursement program

Holiday pay and accrued paid time off (Vacation and PTO)

Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits available on day one

Basic life insurance

Basic AD&D coverage

Supplemental Life and Supplemental AD&D

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (for full-time employees after 180 days of service)

Paid parental leave for both moms and dads

Paid bereavement and jury duty

Note:

Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education/training, and a candidate's work experience.

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