Forklift Operator

FedEx•Mechanicsburg, PA

4h•$20•Onsite

About The Position

The Forklift Operator I is primarily responsible for safely operating basic powered material handling equipment including Sit-Down/Stand Up Forklift and Electric Pallet Jack for the purpose of product receipt, storage and order fulfillment. This position is responsible for product safety, quality, legality and integrity.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
Ability to operate powered basic material handling equipment, i.e. electric pallet jack and Stand-up/Sit down forklift
Must meet all PPE requirements
Strong sense of urgency, attention to detail and coordination
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Customer service driven
Strong team player
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.

Responsibilities

Loading and unloading of pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines, by hand or equipment
Safely loading/unloading, transporting, and stacking materials using forklifts
Sorting and building products to pallets to ensure compliance with customer expectations
Use machinery to apply shrink wrap to pallet
Quality control to ensure accuracy of all transactions
Performing daily equipment inspections for maintenance
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
Adhering to strict OSHA safety rules
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive Pay: Competitive wages depending on your location and experience, paid bi-weekly for both full-time and part-time
Tuition reimbursement program
Holiday pay and accrued paid time programs offering both 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 coverage for full-time employees after 180 days of service
Paid parental leave for both moms and dads
Paid bereavement and jury duty