Forklift Operator II

FedEx; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Forklift Operator II to join their dynamic team. This role involves safely operating complex powered material handling equipment to ensure product receipt, storage, and order fulfillment. The ideal candidate will have a strong sense of urgency, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. Working in a collaborative environment, you will be responsible for maintaining product safety and quality while contributing to the overall efficiency of operations. If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity with a company that values hard work and dedication, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience with daily power equipment operations preferred.
• Ability to operate powered complex material handling equipment.

Responsibilities

• Full case order picking for replenishment and customer orders.
• Loading and unloading of pallets and cases from trucks.
• Maintain accuracy of storage locations through cycle counts.

Skills

Power Equipment Operation

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Order Picker

Turret

Drexel

Job description

Pay Starting At: $24.25/hr
Shift: Mon-Fri 6AM-2:30PM
Location: Aviator 3 Building. 6068 Aviator Drive, Hazelwood, MO 63042

General Summary

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

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, building and wrapping product to pallets to ensure compliance to customer expectation.
6. Maintain accuracy of storage locations by performing daily cycle counts and routine inventory maintenance tasks.
7. 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. 1+ years' experience with daily power equipment operations preferred; 6-months minimum is required.
3. Must meet all PPE and fall protection requirements.
4. Ability to operate powered complex material handling equipment, i.e. Order Picker, Turret, Drexel, etc.
5. Not afraid of working on equipment at extended heights.
6. Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail and flexibility in meeting deadlines.
7. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
8. Customer service driven.
9. Strong team player.

Physical/Cognitive Requirements

With or without accommodation:

1. Ability to follow policies and procedures.
2. Ability to read, write and interpret information.
3. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide.
4. Ability to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
5. Ability to sit/walk/stand for up to 10 hours per day.
6. Ability to intermittently crawl, squat, climb, twist, bend, stoop, push or pull.
7. Must possess visual acuity, i.e., close, distance, and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
8. Ability to lift/carry items less than 60 pounds.

ADA – 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.

Fed Ex 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: 48392
Schedule: Full-time

About the company

Motivated by goodwill and a hard work ethic, our team members deliver on the FedEx Purple Promise to make every FedEx experience outstanding. For these reasons, our company has continued to excel in the ranks of the most admired and reputable companies in the world.