Forklift Material Handler Warehouse

Ryder•Owensboro, KY

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a temp-to-perm Warehouse Material Handler in Owensboro, Kentucky. The role handles paper goods in a warehouse environment using sit-down forklifts and other warehouse equipment. The position pays $16.00 per hour, with weekly pay, and follows a rotating schedule of 5:30 PM to 5:30 AM: three days one week and four days the next. Warehouse functions may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting. Ryder describes its warehouse environment as safe and equipped with state-of-the-art equipment.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
One or more years of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
Valid forklift operator's license/certification.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work in a diverse work environment and maintain professional relationships with peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
Thoroughness and dependability.
Punctuality and a good attendance record.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
A high degree of initiative.
Ability to maintain accuracy under pressure.
Ability to lift and/or push or pull up to 35 pounds.
Ability to stand for long periods.
Ability to work using health and safety methods.
Availability to work a flexible schedule on various work shifts.
Attention to detail and excellent follow-up practices.
Some positions may require additional screening, which may include employment and education verification, a motor vehicle records check and road test, and/or customer badging or background requirements.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
One or more years of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience.

Responsibilities

Perform warehouse functions, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
Perform duties within the contract's performance measurement guidelines.
Accurately pick and pack, audit, induct totes, stage products, and load and unload trucks.
Handle day-to-day warehouse paperwork, such as picking sheets, returns, and bills of lading.
Provide technical and maintenance support for aspects of the automated packing system during core production shift hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.