Day-Shift Forklift Operator with Benefits

FedEx Supply Chain; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 17,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) match after 1 year

Tuition reimbursement program

Holiday pay and PTO

Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary

Basic life insurance

Basic AD&D coverage

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid parental leave

Paid bereavement and jury duty

Job summary

FedEx Supply Chain is seeking a Forklift Operator I in Columbus to safely operate basic powered material handling equipment, receive and store products, and fulfill orders. You will load/unload, inspect equipment, and maintain accurate inventory while adhering to OSHA standards.

This role is a day shift, with several benefits and a strong safety focus. The position emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and customer service, with opportunities for growth within a large logistics network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience operating powered material handling equipment (electric pallet jack, Stand-up/Sit-down forklift).
• Must meet PPE requirements.
• Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and coordination.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service driven and strong team player.

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

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Team player

Customer service oriented

Attention to detail

PPE compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

FedEx Supply Chain is seeking a Forklift Operator I in Columbus to safely operate basic powered material handling equipment, receive and store products, and fulfill orders. You will load/unload, inspect equipment, and maintain accurate inventory while adhering to OSHA standards.

This role is a day shift, with several benefits and a strong safety focus. The position emphasizes accuracy, teamwork, and customer service, with opportunities for growth within a large logistics network.