Forklift Operator II

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator II to ensure safe and efficient material handling operations. This role involves operating complex equipment like Order Pickers and Turrets for product receipt, storage, and fulfillment. The ideal candidate will bring a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and offers competitive wages along with comprehensive benefits from day one. If you are ready to contribute to a thriving workplace, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Parental leave

Qualifications

• At least 6 months of experience operating powered material handling equipment.
• Ability to operate equipment such as Order Picker, Turret, Drexel.

Responsibilities

• Full case order picking for replenishment and customer orders.
• Loading and unloading pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines.
• Maintaining storage location accuracy through daily cycle counts.

Skills

Operating powered material handling equipment

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Customer service orientation

Team player attitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Order Picker

Turret

Drexel

Job description

Shift:

Weekend; Thursday - Sunday (5am - 3pm)

Location:

Enterprise Drive, Edwardsville, IL

Pay Rate:

$20.75/Hour + $1.00 Shift Differential

Position Summary:

The Forklift Operator II is responsible for safely operating complex powered material handling equipment (including the Order Picker, Turret, Drexel, etc.) for product receipt, storage, and order fulfillment. The role emphasizes product safety, quality, legality, and integrity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Full case order picking for replenishment, customer orders, and packaging components.
• Pallet retrieval and placement in narrow aisle bulk rack storage systems.
• Performing quality control to ensure transaction accuracy.
• Loading and unloading pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines, manually or with equipment.
• Sorting, building, and wrapping products onto pallets to meet customer expectations.
• Maintaining storage location accuracy through daily cycle counts and inventory tasks.
• Performing additional distribution tasks as needed based on business volume.

Ideal Candidate:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 6 months of experience operating powered material handling equipment; 1+ years preferred.
• Must meet PPE and fall protection requirements.
• Ability to operate equipment such as Order Picker, Turret, Drexel, etc.
• Comfort working at extended heights.
• Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and flexibility.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Customer service orientation.
• Team player attitude.

Physical and Cognitive Requirements:

With or without accommodations, ability to follow policies, interpret information, perform basic math, handle items up to 50 pounds, and conduct physical tasks in a warehouse environment.

Equal Opportunity and Accommodation:

FedEx Supply Chain is an equal opportunity employer. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive wages, paid bi-weekly.
• Tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and holiday pay.
• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits from day one.
• Life insurance, disability coverage, parental leave, and more.

Pay Range:

$13.99 - $26.55 per hour