Forklift Operator

Pay: $18.50 per hour

Location: Richmond, VA

Shift: Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM (1st Shift)

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 ensures product safety, quality, legality and integrity.

• Load and unload pallets and cases from trucks and conveyor lines, by hand or equipment.
• Safely load/unload, transport, and stack materials using forklifts.
• Sort and build products onto pallets to comply with customer expectations.
• Operate machinery to apply shrink wrap to pallets.
• Execute quality control to ensure accuracy of all transactions.
• Perform daily equipment inspections for maintenance.
• Maintain accuracy of storage locations through daily cycle counts and routine inventory maintenance tasks.
• Perform other distribution work functions as needed due to business volume and needs.
• Adhere to strict OSHA safety rules.
• Other duties as assigned.

• 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 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.

Fed Ex Supply Chain, Inc., is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Vets/Disability.

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• Competitive hourly pay depending on location and experience.
• 401(k) plan with company match after 1 year.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Holiday pay and accrued paid time off 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 following 180 days of service.
• Paid parental leave for both moms and dads.
• Paid bereavement and jury duty.

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.

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.