Forklift Operator Warehouse Material Handler

Ryder • Lansing, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring warehouse Forklift Operators and Material Handlers in Lansing, Michigan to support distribution and warehouse fulfillment. The position handles automotive parts in clean, organized facilities, with a focus on maintaining a safe supply chain environment. Duties may include warehouse operations such as picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting, as well as supporting an automated packing system during production hours.

The schedule is third shift, Sunday through Thursday, 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with overtime and occasional Fridays as needed. Pay is $18.72–$19.15 per hour, with overtime pay of $28.08–$28.72 per hour and a $1.00 shift premium when working third shift. The employer provides weekly pay, paid training, benefits, and safety gear.

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 a member of a team.
• Ability to work within a diverse work environment and maintain professional relationships with coworkers, 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 of time.
• Ability to work using health and safety methods.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule across various work shifts.
• Detail orientation and 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 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 company match.
• Paid time off starting at 30 days.
• Company stock offered 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