Forklift Operator

FedEx Group; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly pay

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Holiday pay and PTO

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life insurance

AD&D coverage

Disability benefits

Parental leave

Bereavement leave

Job summary

FedEx Supply Chain in the United States is hiring a Forklift Operator I for weekend shifts (Friday–Sunday, 6:00am–6:00pm). The role focuses on safely operating sit-down/stand-up forklifts and electric pallet jacks to receive, store, and fulfill orders while maintaining product safety, quality, and accuracy.

The position emphasizes compliance with OSHA standards, daily equipment inspections, accurate inventory handling, and teamwork in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to operate powered material handling equipment (electric pallet jack, forklifts).
• Strong attention to detail and safe work practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Load and unload pallets/cases from trucks and conveyors manually or with equipment.
• Safely operate forklifts and pallet jacks for material handling.
• Sort and build pallets to meet customer expectations.
• Apply shrink wrap to pallets and ensure proper packaging integrity.
• Perform daily equipment inspections and report maintenance needs.
• Maintain accurate storage locations and perform cycle counts.
• Assist with other distribution tasks as needed by business volume.
• Adhere to OSHA safety rules and company policies.
• Support continuous improvement and safety initiatives.

Skills

Team player

Customer service oriented

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Stand-up forklift

Job description

Shift

Friday - Sunday - Weekend Shift

Forklift Operator 1

Weekend Day Shift - Friday-Sunday 6:00am-6:00pm

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

Requirements, Perks, and Benefits (US -- Non-Exempt)

Physical & Cognitive Requirements (With or Without Accommodation)

• 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.

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection Act

E-Verify Program Participant

Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program (for U.S. applicants and employees only).

• E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
• Right to Work Notice (English) / Spanish

FedEx Supply Chain is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in its application procedures, hiring, and other terms and conditions of employment.

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.

Job Disclaimer (US)

Please note that this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The Company reserves the right to modify duties or assign additional responsibilities as necessary to meet business needs.

Pay Range

USD $12.21 - USD $23.17

Pay Transparency

In order to support the Fair Compensation Strategy by the US Govt., HR Dept., clients are required to adhere to "Pay Transparency Law"; in the impacted states; that have mandated the employers to list the salary ranges in Job advertisements or postings for job opportunities and Job promotions.