Warehouse Forklift

Ryder•Dekalb, IL

18h•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Forklift Operator in Dekalb, Illinois. This position offers weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about. Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment. Products handled include candy, and equipment used includes stand-up high reach and dock lifts. Ryder has various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles that support distribution across the US. Ryder provides all benefits other Warehouse Distribution Facilities offer WITHOUT the WAIT. We offer paid training and support, medical, dental, vision, 401K with company match, paid time off starting at 30 days, HIGH VALUED Stock at 15%, and employee discounts on various items. Caring leadership prioritizes safety, and there is a focus on continuous improvement designed for success. Ryder fosters a team-first culture built on respect, and is a community of proud women and men in Supply Chain, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
One (1) year or more related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
Valid Forklift Operator's License certified.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to be a team player and able to work within a diverse work environment.
Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors).
Able to work within a diverse work environment.
Highly thorough and dependable.
Must be punctual and have a good attendance record.
Performs work independently with minimal supervision.
Possesses a high degree of initiative.
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to work using health and safety methods.
Must be available to work on a flexible schedule on the various work shifts.
Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices.
Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Responsibilities

Perform warehouse functions, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
Performing duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
Responsible for the accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products and loading and unloading of trucks.
Responsible for dealing with day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (i.e. picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.).
Provide technical and maintenance support for different aspects related to the automated packing system during the core shift hour of production.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Weekly pay
Excellent benefits
Paid Training and support
Medical, Dental, Vision
401 K with company match
Paid Time Off
HIGH VALUED Stock at 15%
Employee Discount
Employee Discounts that save you money on Tools, Cars, Hotels, Electronics/Appliances, Cell Phones, Travel, and much more
Safety Gear PROVIDED
Caring Leadership prioritizing safety