Material Handler I

FedEx•Memphis, TN

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Material Handler is responsible for manually or using hand trucks to move materials, supplies, and finished goods to designated areas within the facility or onto trucks and railroad cars. This role supports shipping, receiving, and production operations while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Requirements

0-2 years of experience in a warehouse environment.
Willingness to learn other line jobs to serve as utility person during breaks and lunch.
Willingness to work a rotating, continuous seven-day work cycle.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Customer service driven.
Strong team player.

Responsibilities

Perform various material handling duties manually or with a hand truck.
Load raw materials or finished products onto skids or hand trucks.
Handle railroad car dock boards, bracing materials, and dunnage bags; open/close car doors and prepare for shipment.
Stack skids or pallets in designated areas.
Clean up and dispose of scrap bracing, cardboard, and strapping in proper containers or areas.
Use tools such as hammers and crowbars to remove strapping, open crates, and strap cars.
Serve as shipping department sweeper when regular employee is absent.
Assist with product repair when not performing primary duties.
Support the printing department by storing and placing full and empty drums.
Act as a utility person on the assembly line as needed.
Maintain a safe and secure work environment.

Benefits

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