Forklift Operator II 55369

FedEx Group; Hazleton (Luzerne County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the logistics sector is seeking a Forklift Operator II to safely operate complex powered material handling equipment in Hazleton, PA. Responsibilities include order picking, inventory management, and ensuring product quality and safety. This role requires at least a high school diploma and experience with powered equipment operations plus offers a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement program

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid parental leave

Holiday pay and PTO

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage

Qualifications

• 1+ years' experience with daily power equipment operations preferred.
• Ability to operate powered complex material handling equipment.
• Strong sense of urgency and flexibility in meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate complex powered material handling equipment.
• Full case order picking for replenishment and customer orders.
• Maintain accuracy of storage locations with daily cycle counts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Customer service

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Powered material handling equipment

Job description

Pay: $18.00 per hour + $0.50 shift differential

Shift: Sunday-Thursday, 4:00PM-12:30AM

Location: Hazleton, PA 18202

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.

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, building and wrapping product to pallets to ensure compliance to customer expectation.
• 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.
• 1+ years' experience with daily power equipment operations preferred. 6-months minimum is required.
• Must meet all PPE and fall protection requirements.
• Ability to operate powered complex material handling equipment, i.e. Order Picker, Turret, Drexel, etc.
• Not afraid of working 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: 13.99 (Min) - 26.55 (Max) Hourly