Forklift Operator

Ryder • Atlanta, GA

23h

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Storeroom Attendant / Forklift Operator to support warehouse distribution. The role involves handling inbound products such as bolts, cables, reels, wires, and anchors in a clean, organized facility. Work is scheduled for first shift, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The position pays $17.30 per hour, with weekly pay. Equipment includes stand-up and sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks. The role includes paid training and provided safety gear.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; the posting also describes this as preferred.
• Strong technical aptitude, including experience using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, scanners, and entering orders into a WMS system.
• Valid forklift operator certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships across organizational levels, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Thoroughness, dependability, punctuality, and a good attendance record.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and demonstrate initiative and accuracy under pressure.
• Ability to lift and/or push or pull up to 35 pounds; the posting also states the ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to stand for long periods and follow health and safety methods.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule on various work shifts.

Nice To Haves

• 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, including picking sheets, returns, and bills of lading.
• Provide technical and maintenance support for different aspects of the automated packing system during the core production shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off starting at 30 days.
• Employee stock purchase offer at 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
• Education Level: High school or GED