Forklift Operator Warehouse

Ryder • Aurora, IL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Forklift Operator in Aurora, Illinois, to support warehouse fulfillment and distribution operations involving food-grade products. The role operates sit-down forklifts and may perform a range of warehouse functions in a clean, organized facility with a focus on safety. The position pays $19.00 per hour plus $0.75 per hour in shift pay, with weekly pay. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 p.m. Ryder provides paid training 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 Forklift Operator's License certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, including within a diverse work environment.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships with peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Thorough and dependable, with punctuality and a good attendance record.
• Ability to perform 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.
• Ability to work using health and safety methods.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule on 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 related to the automated packing system during the core production shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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