Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Ryder•Shorewood, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Wilmington, Illinois, offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about. This role involves operating electric sit-down forklifts and reach trucks in a clean, organized, and well-run facility focused on providing the safest supply chain environment for food products. Ryder Warehouse Associates work in various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles supporting distribution across the US. We offer all the benefits of other Warehouse Distribution Facilities without the wait, including paid training, medical, dental, vision, 401K with company match, PTO starting month 1, high-valued stock at 15%, and employee discounts on a variety of goods and services. We prioritize safety and continuous improvement, fostering a team-first culture built on respect, welcoming proud women and men in Supply Chain, including 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.

Nice To Haves

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.
Perform 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 (e.g., 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.
Performs other duties as assigned.