Forklift Operator Warehouse Material Handler

Ryder • Seward Township, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Material Handler in Minooka, Illinois, to support warehouse fulfillment and distribution operations. The role handles appliances in a clean, organized facility focused on safety and uses a clamp truck (sit-down electric forklift). Pay is $22 per hour, consisting of $21.50 base pay plus a $0.50 second-shift differential, and is paid weekly. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.; some Saturdays may be required. During busy season, the schedule may extend to 4:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.

The role performs a range of warehouse functions, including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, cycle counting, auditing, staging, and truck loading and unloading. It also involves warehouse paperwork and providing technical and maintenance support for aspects of an automated packing system during core production hours. Ryder provides paid training, safety gear, and benefits. Some assignments may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle record checks and a road test, or customer-specific 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 Forklift Operator's License certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work within a diverse work environment and maintain professional relationships across organizational levels.
• Thorough, dependable, punctual, and maintains a good attendance record.
• Possesses a high degree of initiative and demonstrates 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.
• Must be available 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, which 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 of the automated packing system during core production hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting at 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off accrual starting in the first month, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Employee stock discount of 15%.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and more.
• Paid training and support for career development.
• Safety gear provided.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed