Forklift Operator - Day Shift

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions • Milton, ON

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the responsibility of the Logistics Supervisor, the Material Handler I performs warehouse functions, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and, cycle counting. This is a full-time, permanent position with a wage of $24.13 per hour. The shifts are Monday to Thursday, 7am - 5:30pm, located in Milton, Ontario. Ryder is a Fortune 500 company with over 40,000 employees across the US and Canada, recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers in 2025. They offer a safe, friendly, and respectful work environment with a focus on employee satisfaction and growth.

Requirements

• 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
• H.S. diploma/GED preferred
• One (1) year or more related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred
• Valid Forklift Operator's License certified
• Must have valid legal authorization to work in Canada.

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.
• Candidate must have basic level knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, if applicable to site.
• Performing duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• Some locations may require a Motor Vehicles Records (MVR) check as a part of the background screening process to drive a company vehicle as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 10 days of Paid Time Off upon hire
• Excellent benefits package after 30 days (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Benefits including Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Employee discount of 15% on Ryder stock

What This Job Offers

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