Forklift Operator

Ryder • Shreveport, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Storeroom Attendant / Forklift Operator in Shreveport, Louisiana. The role supports warehouse fulfillment and distribution, including handling inbound products such as bolts, cables, reels, wires, and anchors. The position pays $18.43 per hour, with weekly pay, and is scheduled for first shift, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The work takes place in clean, organized warehouse facilities and may involve working both indoors and outside. Equipment includes stand-up and sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks. Ryder describes a team-first culture focused on respect, safety, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; the posting also lists this as preferred in its requirements section.
• Strong technical aptitude, including use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, scanners, and a warehouse management system (WMS) for order entry.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted; another section specifies lifting and/or pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods and work both indoors and outside.
• One year or more of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid forklift operator license/certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to create 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, including under pressure.
• Ability to work using health and safety methods.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule across various work shifts.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year or more 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, induce 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 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 other items.
• Paid training and support for career advancement.
• Safety gear provided.

What This Job Offers

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