Forklift Operator

Ryder • Milton, PA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Forklift Operator in Milton, Pennsylvania, to support warehouse fulfillment and distribution operations. The role handles food products and uses equipment including hand dollies, sit-down forklifts, stand-up walkie-riders, and case-picking equipment. Associates work in clean, organized facilities and help maintain a safe supply chain environment.

The position pays weekly and offers three possible Monday–Friday shifts after training: 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m.–11:30 p.m., or 11:30 p.m.–7:30 a.m. Employees must be able to work two of these schedules. Weekend work may be required. Starting pay is $23.87 per hour; the second shift includes a $1.00 shift differential and the third shift a $1.25 differential after moving to that shift.

The role includes paid training and support for career development. Employees perform warehouse tasks such as material handling, loading and unloading trailers, picking and packing orders, scanning, and maintaining the assigned work area. Some positions may require additional employment or education verification, a motor vehicle records check and road test, or customer-specific badging or background screening.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least six months of related warehouse experience required.
• One year or more of related warehouse experience preferred.
• Intermediate ability to learn to operate and maintain powered industrial trucks, including stand-up and sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, and pallet jacks; maintenance includes changing batteries and recognizing common mechanical issues.
• Powered industrial truck certification.
• Ability to read and perform basic mathematics in English for safety, work instructions, and policies.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to input data into the WMS computer systems in use.
• Ability to work overtime as assigned.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships across organizational levels, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and self-direction to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multitask; highly organized with excellent time-management skills.
• Detail-oriented, with excellent follow-up practices.
• Must be able to work two of the available schedules; weekend work may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Intermediate ability to operate manual and/or automated warehouse or manufacturing equipment, such as a packaging line.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year or more of related warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Package, kit, and/or assemble orders and materials.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound trailers.
• Ensure all scanning is completed correctly.
• Help train dock employees on new procedures.
• Ensure the facility is secure at the end of the shift; investigate and resolve scanning issues and housekeeping concerns.
• Perform picking and packing duties.
• Check for evidence of product or container damage.
• Perform assigned tasks according to location policies and procedures, including handling materials within associated logical transactions.
• Perform material moves with associated physical and logical transactions as required.
• Participate in workgroup and other team activities to support self-improvement and improve warehouse operations and related business functions.
• Perform housekeeping duties for the assigned area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Paid training and support for career advancement.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• PTO beginning in the first month; up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• 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