Seasonal Forklift Operator

FedEx Group; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Medical benefits

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Paid parental leave

Job summary

FedEx Supply Chain in Richmond, VA is seeking a Seasonal Forklift Operator for Monday-Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM. The role focuses on safe operation of basic powered material handling equipment for receipt, storage, and order fulfillment.

Key duties include full case picking, pallet movement, quality checks, loading/unloading, shrink-wrap application, cycle counts, and maintaining location accuracy. Requires high school diploma, ability to operate equipment, safety compliance, and strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to operate basic powered material handling equipment (e.g., electric pallet jack, forklift).
• Must meet PPE and fall protection requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform full case order picking for replenishment, customer orders, and packaging components.
• Retrieve and put away pallets in narrow aisle bulk rack storage systems.
• Conduct quality control checks to ensure transaction accuracy.
• Load and unload pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines by hand or equipment.
• Sort and build product on pallets to meet customer expectations.
• Use machinery to apply shrink wrap to pallets.
• Complete pre- and post-equipment checklists.
• Maintain storage location accuracy through daily cycle counts and routine inventory maintenance.

Skills

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Safety awareness

Team player

Attention to detail

Written communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Job description

Shift

Monday - Friday - 2nd Shift (Afternoon/Evening)

Seasonal Forklift Operator

Pay: $18.50 per hour + $1.00 Shift Differential

Shift: Monday-Friday, 3:00PM-11:00PM
Location: Richmond, VA

The Seasonal Forklift Operator is primarily responsible for safely operating basic powered material handling equipment (excluding the Order Picker, Turret, and Drexel) for product receipt, storage, and order fulfillment. This position is accountable for product safety, quality, legality, and integrity.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform full case order picking for replenishment, customer orders, and packaging components.
• Retrieve and put away pallets in narrow aisle bulk rack storage systems.
• Conduct quality control checks to ensure transaction accuracy.
• Load and unload pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines by hand or equipment.
• Sort and build product on pallets to meet customer expectations.
• Use machinery to apply shrink wrap to pallets.
• Complete pre- and post-equipment checklists.
• Maintain storage location accuracy through daily cycle counts and routine inventory maintenance.
• Perform other distribution tasks as needed based on business volume and operational needs.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to operate basic powered material handling equipment (e.g., electric pallet jack, forklift).
• Must meet all PPE and fall protection requirements.
• Ability to work 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, or stand for the duration of the 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

Equal Opportunity Employer

FedEx Supply Chain, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

• Know Your Rights
• Pay Transparency
• Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
• Employee Polygraph Protection

E-Verify Program Participant

Federal Express Corporation participates in the Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services' E-Verify program (for U.S. applicants and employees only).

• E-Verify Notice (bilingual)
• Right to Work Notice (English) / Spanish

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-time and part-time opportunities.
• 401(k) plan with company match after 1 year
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Holiday pay and accrued paid time off (Vacation and PTO)
• Medical, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits available on day one
• Basic life insurance
• Basic AD&D coverage
• Supplemental Life and Supplemental AD&D
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (for full-time employees after 180 days of service)
• Paid parental leave for both moms and dads
• Paid bereavement and jury duty

Job Disclaimer (US)

Please note that this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the position. The Company reserves the right to modify duties or assign additional responsibilities as necessary to meet business needs.

Pay Range

USD $12.21 - USD $23.17

Pay Transparency

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