Forklift Operator

Ryder•York Township, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a temporary-to-permanent Material Handler in York, Pennsylvania. This warehouse role handles motorcycle and automotive parts and supports distribution and fulfillment operations. Equipment includes reach trucks and sit-down forklifts. The position pays $18.50 per hour, with overtime pay of $27.75 per hour and a $1.00-per-hour premium when working third shift. Pay is weekly. The schedule is third shift, Monday through Thursday from 7:00 p.m. to 5:30 a.m., with Fridays as needed. Ryder describes its facilities as clean, organized, and focused on providing a safe supply chain environment. The role may involve loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, cycle counting, product staging, and handling warehouse paperwork. It also includes supporting aspects of an automated packing system during production hours. Ryder offers paid training and safety gear, and highlights leadership focused on safety and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Valid forklift operator’s license certification.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
Ability to work within a diverse work environment and maintain professional relationships across organizational levels.
Thoroughness and dependability.
Punctuality and a good attendance record.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and show initiative.
Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy under pressure.
Ability to lift and/or push or pull up to 35 pounds.
Ability to stand for long periods of time.
Ability to work using health and safety methods.
Availability to work a flexible schedule across various work shifts.
Attention to detail and excellent follow-up practices.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
One or more years of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform warehouse functions, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
Perform duties within the contract’s performance measurement guidelines.
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 aspects of the automated packing system during core production shift hours.
Perform other duties as assigned.