Forklift Operator Warehouse

Ryder • Kokomo, IN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler/Forklift Operator in Frankfort, Indiana, to support warehouse fulfillment and distribution of food products. The role pays weekly at $21.00 per hour, with an additional $1.00 per hour. The schedule is Friday and Saturday from 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Monday and Tuesday from 4:30 p.m. to 3:00 a.m.

Warehouse associates work in clean, organized facilities focused on safety. The position uses sit-down forklifts and RF scanners and may involve a range of warehouse functions, including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting. Ryder provides paid training and safety gear, with benefits available starting after 30 days and PTO accruing beginning in the first month.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One or more years of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid forklift operator's license and certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member, including within a diverse work environment.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Thoroughness and dependability.
• Punctuality and a good attendance record.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• A high degree of initiative.
• Ability to maintain accuracy under pressure.
• Ability to lift and/or push or pull up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to work using health and safety methods.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule on various work shifts.
• Attention to detail and excellent follow-up practices.
• Some positions may require additional screening, which may include employment and education verification, a 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, which 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 different aspects of the automated packing system during the core production shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Paid training and support for career advancement.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting at 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match, starting at 30 days.
• PTO accrual starting in the first month, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• 15% employee discount on company stock.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and more.
• Safety gear provided.

What This Job Offers

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