Forklift Operator

Ryder•Minster, OH

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a warehouse material handler/forklift operator to support distribution operations. The role handles frozen and perishable foods and involves warehouse fulfillment work, including operating forklifts and performing other warehouse functions. Ryder describes its facilities as clean, organized, and well-run, with a focus on safety and continuous improvement. The position pays weekly and includes paid training and support for career development. The schedule is Wednesday through Saturday, either 4:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. or 5:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with 44–55 hours per week and 11-hour shifts. The schedule is provided two months in advance.

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, including within a diverse work environment.
Ability to create and maintain professional relationships across all organizational levels, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
Thoroughness and dependability; punctuality and a good attendance record.
Ability to 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 and stand for long periods.
Ability to work using health and safety methods.
Availability to work a flexible schedule across various work shifts.
Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.
Some positions may require additional screening, which may include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check and road test, and/or customer badging or background requirements.

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 that 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 the core production shift.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Weekly pay.
$0.50 hourly pay increase after six months.
$1,000 sign-on bonus paid in four installments at 30, 60, 90, and 180 days.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits, starting at 30 days.
Paid time off accrual beginning in the first month, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
401(k) with company match.
Company stock offered at a 15% discount.
Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and more.
Paid training and support for career development.
Safety gear provided.