Forklift Operator – Fast-Paced Warehouse, Safety Focus

Fedex; Mechanicsburg (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) plan with company match after 1

Tuition reimbursement

Day one medical/dental/vision

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Disability benefits

Job summary

FedEx Supply Chain is seeking a Forklift Operator I in Mechanicsburg, PA to safely operate basic material handling equipment such as sit-down/stand-up forklifts and electric pallet jacks for receipt, storage, and order fulfillment.

The role emphasizes product safety, quality, and compliance, with duties including loading/unloading, pallet building, shrink wrapping, cycle counts, and daily equipment checks. OSHA safety rules apply, with a focus on teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to operate powered material handling equipment.
• Must meet PPE requirements.
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service oriented.
• Strong team player.

Responsibilities

• Load/unload pallets from trucks and conveyors.
• Operate forklifts and electric pallet jack.
• Sort and build pallets to meet customer expectations.
• Apply shrink wrap to pallets.
• Maintain inventory accuracy and cycle counts.
• Perform daily equipment inspections.
• Adhere to OSHA safety rules.
• Perform other distribution duties as needed.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Job description

FedEx Supply Chain is seeking a Forklift Operator I in Mechanicsburg, PA to safely operate basic material handling equipment such as sit-down/stand-up forklifts and electric pallet jacks for receipt, storage, and order fulfillment.

The role emphasizes product safety, quality, and compliance, with duties including loading/unloading, pallet building, shrink wrapping, cycle counts, and daily equipment checks. OSHA safety rules apply, with a focus on teamwork and reliability.