XPO Logistics

Forklift Operator - 1st and 2nd Shifts

Posted on: 8 Feb 2021

Des Moines, IA

Job Description

1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 5:45am - 2:30pm

2nd Shift, Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm

Logistics done differently.

Join XPO Logistics, a company named among the most admired in the world by Fortune and one of Americas best employers by Forbes. At XPO, you wont just be driving equipment and moving material, youll be building a bright future. As the Forklift Operator, youll have an important role on our team, helping us provide sophisticated supply chain solutions for our customers. Become a part of our rapidly growing, dynamic team and we'll help you develop to a level that will exceed your expectations.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What youll do on a typical day:

* Operate powered industrial lift trucks and order pickers to push, pull, lift, stack or move product, equipment and materials
* Use a handheld scanner with a high degree of accuracy
* Load and unload trailers as needed
* Adhere to the 7S program and maintain a clean environment at all times
* Display a commitment to process excellence
* Demonstrate an understanding of the Supply Chain quality policy
* Perform inbound receiving processes

What you need to succeed at XPO:

At a minimum, you'll need:

* To be trained and certified in the safe operation of powered industrial lift trucks
* Availability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime when needed

It'd be great if you also have:

* High school diploma or equivalent
* 1 year of warehouse experience
* A positive attitude and the ability to work well in a team environment
* Excellent communication skills

This job requires the ability to:

* Lift 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally
* Lift objects of various shapes, sizes and weights
* Bend, stoop, squat, twist, push and pull
* Stand, sit or walk for long periods of time
* Handle or manage tools or equipment
* Tolerate hot or cold warehouse environments

Be part of something big.

XPO is a leading provider of cutting-edge supply chain solutions to the most successful companies in the world. We help our customers manage their goods most efficiently using our technology and services. Our greatest strength is our global team energetic, innovative people of all experience levels and talents who make XPO a great place to work.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran or other protected status.

XPO adheres to CDC, OSHA and state and local requirements regarding COVID safety. All employees and visitors are expected to comply with XPO policies which are in place to safeguard our employees and customers.

All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment may be required to take and pass a pre-employment drug test.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All employees may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Nearest Major Market: Des Moines
Job Segment: Supply, Logistics, 2nd Shift, Supply Chain, Operations, Night

XPO Logistics

Greenwich, CT

XPO is a top ten global provider of transportation and logistics services, with a highly integrated network of people, technology and physical assets. We use our network to help customers manage their goods most efficiently throughout their supply chains. At the top of our value proposition is an intense customer service culture that connects our team worldwide. Our people focus on finding new ways to help our customers succeed, while becoming continuously more efficient ourselves.

Customer relationships are the lifeblood of our business. However, we never forget that our company has responsibilities to many other stakeholders as well: investors, employees, carriers, business partners, local communities and global society. When we say Let’s Move the World Forward, we’re speaking to the interests of all XPO stakeholders, as well as the world at large. 

We put safety first – for each other, our communities and our environment. We do things the right way, the first time. Our workplaces are collaborative and supportive. We take care of each other and we constantly seek to improve the safety of our operations, from trucks and docks to warehouses and datacenters.

 

  • Industry
    Transport/Delivery Services
  • No. of Employees
    100,000
  • Jobs Posted
    6043

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