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Forklift Operator 1

FedEx
Whitestown, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/22/2026
Shift
Monday - Thursday - 1st Shift (Day)

Pay: $20.50/hour

Shift: 1st Shift Monday-Thursday, 6am-4:30pm

Location: S. Indianapolis

Forklift Operator 1

Position Summary

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.

Essential Duties and 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
Qualifications
  • 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
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.
  • Know Your Rights
  • Pay Transparency
  • Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
  • Employee Polygraph Protection Act
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:
  • 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 FSC.TalentAcquisition@fedex.com.
Perks and Benefits at FedEx Supply Chain (FSC)
  • Competitive Pay: FedEx Supply Chain offers competitive hourly rates depending on your location and experience.
  • 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
Note: Pay is based on several factors including, but not limited to, market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, education/training, and a candidate's work experience.
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.

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