Forklift Operator II - Weekend Shift

FedEx; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Forklift Operator II to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely operating complex powered material handling equipment, ensuring product safety, quality, and integrity. You will engage in full case order picking, loading and unloading pallets, and maintaining inventory accuracy. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and customer service, this position offers an opportunity to contribute to a reputable organization known for its commitment to excellence and employee support. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make a difference, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience with power equipment operations preferred.
• Strong sense of urgency and flexibility in meeting deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate complex powered material handling equipment.
• Perform full case order picking and maintain storage accuracy.

Skills

Power Equipment Operations

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Customer Service

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Order Picker

Turret

Drexel

Job description

100 Enterprise Dr., Edwardsville, IL

Shift: Thu - Sun (5:00am - 3:00pm)

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.

Key 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 with customer expectations.
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.

Qualifications

You might be a great fit if….

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; 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: 48662

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.