Forklift Warehouse Operator

Ryder • Pleasant Prairie, WI

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Stand Up Forklift Operator in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, to handle medical supplies in a warehouse fulfillment environment. The role uses stand-up forklifts and may include a range of warehouse functions. The posted pay is $23.50 per hour, consisting of $21.50 base pay and a $2 night-shift premium, with a $0.75 pay increase after six months. Pay is weekly. The schedule is second shift, Thursday through Saturday from 4:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.; Wednesday is a six-hour rotating shift.

Ryder describes its facilities as clean, organized, and focused on safety. The position includes paid training and support, and is part of a team-first workplace emphasizing respect, safety, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One or more years of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid certified Forklift Operator's License.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, including in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Thoroughness, dependability, punctuality, and a good attendance record.
• Ability to work 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.
• Ability to work using health and safety methods.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule across various work shifts.
• Detail orientation and excellent follow-up practices.
• Some positions may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, a road test, 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 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.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• $0.75 pay increase after six months of employment.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting at 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match, available starting at 30 days.
• Paid time off 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.
• Paid training and support for career development.
• Safety gear provided.

What This Job Offers

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