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Seasonal Forklift Operator

FedEx
  • Olive Branch, MS
    16 days ago

    Job Description

    Shift

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

     

    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.

    Requirements, Perks, and Benefits (US -- Non-Exempt)

    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.

    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). Please click below to learn more:

    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

    FSC.TalentAcquisition@fedex.com

    .

    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.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationOlive Branch, MS
    IndustryTransport and Storage - Materials
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Websitehttps://careers.fedex.com/?utm_domicile=unspecified&utm_persona=unspecified&utm_trackedsource=srm_monster_profile&utm_subco=FECS

    About Company

     

    Anything's possible at FedEx
    We began our company by creating the world's next big thing from the ground up - and we've never slowed down, never stopped innovating, never stopped inventing. And today we’re still leading the charge, pushing the envelope, connecting our customers and team members to unprecedented opportunities and changing what’s possible along the way.

    At FedEx, you’ll find everything you’d expect of a people-first, global industry leader. From benefits to special training to advancement opportunities, our offerings are deep and wide to match our commitment to your personal and career aspirations.

    Skills

    • Business Operationsunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • E Programming Languageunmatched
    • English Languageunmatched
    • FMLA (Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993)unmatched
    • Forkliftunmatched
    • Homeland Securityunmatched
    • Inventory Cycle Countsunmatched
    • Inventory Managementunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
    • Order Picking/Packingunmatched
    • Order/Customer Fulfillmentunmatched
    • Pallet Jackunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Product Developmentunmatched
    • Product Safetyunmatched
    • Quality Controlunmatched
    • Shipping/Receivingunmatched
    • Spanish Languageunmatched
    • Supply Chainunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)unmatched
    • Warehousingunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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