Forklift Operator I - Weekend Shift

FedEx; Lebanon (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator I to join their dynamic team. This role focuses on safely operating powered material handling equipment to ensure efficient product receipt, storage, and order fulfillment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail, ensuring quality and legality in all operations. With a commitment to teamwork and customer service, you'll thrive in a fast-paced environment where your contributions directly impact the success of the business. If you're ready to take on this exciting challenge, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to operate electric pallet jacks and forklifts.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate material handling equipment for order fulfillment.
• Perform quality control and maintain storage accuracy.
• Load and unload pallets and perform inventory tasks.

Skills

Operating powered material handling equipment

Attention to detail

Customer service skills

Team player

Verbal and written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Forklift

Job description

4175 S Indianapolis Road Lebanon, IN 46052
Weekend Shift Friday - Sunday 6:00a-6:30p
$20.50 + $2.50 shift differential

General Summary

The Forklift Operator I is primarily responsible for safely operating basic powered material handling equipment (excluding the 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.

Responsibilities

1. Full case order picking for replenishment, customer orders and packaging components.
2. Pallet retrieval and put away in narrow aisle bulk rack storage system.
3. Quality control to ensure accuracy of all transactions.
4. Loading and unloading of pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines, by hand or equipment.
5. Sorting and building product to pallets to ensure compliance with customer expectations.
6. Use of machinery to apply shrink wrap to pallets.
7. Perform a pre- and post-equipment checklist.
8. Maintain accuracy of storage locations by performing daily cycle counts and routine inventory maintenance tasks.
9. Perform other distribution work functions as needed due to business volume and need.

You might be a great fit if…. Education/Experience

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Ability to operate powered basic material handling equipment, i.e. electric pallet jack, forklift, etc.
3. Must meet all PPE and fall protection requirements.
4. Ability to work on equipment at extended heights.
5. Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail and flexibility in meeting deadlines.
6. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
7. Customer service driven.
8. 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 up to 10 hours per day. Ability to intermittently crawl, squat, climb, twist, bend, stoop, push or pull. Must possess visual acuity, i.e., close, distance, and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Ability to lift/carry items less than 60 pounds.

ADA Compliance

FedEx Supply Chain will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the subsequent application process.

Equal Opportunity Employer

FedEx Supply Chain 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.

Job ID: 48765
Schedule: Full-time

About the Company

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