Forklift Operator Warehouse 1st Shift

Ryder•New Bremen, OH

8d•$26•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Stand-Up Forklift Operator in Minster, Ohio. This is a Warehouse Forklift Operator / Material Handler position that pays weekly. The role offers up to $26 per hour, including productivity incentives, with a base pay of $23.00 per hour. There is a $.50 increase after 6 months and 1 year. Overtime pay is $34.50 per hour. Additional pay includes productivity incentives (eligible to earn up to an extra $10/hr) and monthly attendance bonuses. A sign-on bonus of $1,000 is paid in four installments at 30, 60, 90, and 180 days. Daily Pay is available, allowing access to pay when needed. The company offers flexible schedule options on Day shift, with options like Wed-Sat 4:30 am - 4:00 pm or Wed-Sat 5:30 am - 5:00 pm, working 44-55 hours per week with 11-hour shifts. A 2-month schedule is given in advance for family planning. Ryder Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment. Products being handled include Yogurt, and the equipment used is Stand-Up Forklifts. Ryder offers benefits without the wait, including Paid Training, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K (with company match), PTO starting Month 1 (up to 80 hours accrued in the first year), HIGH VALUED Stock at a 15% Employee Discount, and various other Employee Discounts. Safety Gear is PROVIDED. The company emphasizes caring leadership prioritizing safety, continuous improvement, and a team-first culture built on respect, including a community of proud women and men in Supply Chain, many of whom are 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.
Performing duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
Performs other duties as assigned.