Forklift Operator I

FedEx Supply Chain; Bartlett (TN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in logistics is seeking a Forklift Operator I in Bartlett, TN. The role involves safely operating material handling equipment, ensuring product safety and quality while performing various warehousing tasks. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and possess strong attention to detail. This position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits from day one.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement program

Holiday pay and accrued paid time off

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage

Paid parental leave

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to operate basic powered material handling equipment.
• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate powered material handling equipment.
• Perform quality control to ensure accuracy of transactions.
• Load and unload pallets and cases from trucks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service driven

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

Shift: 2nd Shift
Location: Bartlett, TN

General Summary….

The Forklift Operator I is primarily responsible for safely operating basic powered material handling equipment (excludingthe Order Picker, Turret and Drexel) for the purpose of product receipt, storage and order fulfillment. This position is responsible for product safety, quality, and legality.

This position will be responsible for…..

• Full case order picking for replenishment, customer orders and packaging components.
• Pallet retrieval and put away in narrow aisle bulk rack storage system.
• Quality control to ensure accuracy of all transactions.
• Loading and unloading of pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines, by hand or equipment.
• Sorting and build product to pallets to ensure compliance to customer expectation.
• Use of machinery to apply shrink wrap to pallets.
• Perform a pre- and post-equipment checklist.
• 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.

You might be a great fit if….

Education/Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate powered basic material handling equipment, i.e. electric pallet jack, forklift, etc.
• Must meet all PPE and fall protection requirements
• Ability to work on equipment at extended heights.
• Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail and flexibility in meeting deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Customer service driven.
• Strong team player.

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/stand for duration of 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

FedEx Supply Chain, Inc., as well as its subsidiary companies, is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

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. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact [e-mail].

Perks and Benefits at FedEx Supply Chain (FSC):
• **Competitive Pay**: Competitive wages depending on your location and experience, paid bi-weekly for both full and part time opportunities.
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Holiday pay and accrued paid time off programs offering both Vacation and PTO
• Medical, dental, vision and voluntary benefits available on day one
• Basic life & Basic AD&D coverage
• Supplemental Life and Supplemental AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage for full time employees following 180 days of service.
• Paid parental leave for both moms and dads
• Paid bereavement and jury duty

**Competitive Pay**: FedEx Supply Chain offers competitive hourly rates depending on your location and experience.

Pay Range: 12.21 (Min) - 23.17 (Max) Hourly