Forklift Operator Material Handler

Ryder • Elwood, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Elwood, Illinois, to support warehouse fulfillment and distribution. The role handles paper products in a clean, organized facility focused on providing a safe supply chain environment. Equipment includes sit-down forklifts and a clamp truck. The schedule is Tuesday through Friday, 6:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m. Pay is $23.00 per hour, with an additional $1.75 shift premium, and employees are paid weekly. Ryder provides paid training and support for career development. The position may require additional screening, which can include employment and education verification, a motor vehicle records check and road test, and/or customer badging or background requirements.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One or more years of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid, certified Forklift Operator's License.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships across organizational levels, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Thoroughness and dependability; punctuality and a good attendance record.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate initiative.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy, including under pressure.
• Ability to lift and/or push or pull up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work using health and safety methods.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule across various work shifts.
• Detail-oriented, with excellent follow-up practices.

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 that may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Perform duties within the performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• 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 related to the automated packing system during core production shift hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Paid training and support for career development.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with a company match.
• Paid time off starting at 30 days.
• Employee stock purchase offering at a 15% discount.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and more.
• Safety gear provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED