Material Handler I - Direct Hire

Ryder • Milton, GA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Floater Storeroom Attendant / Forklift Operator in Alpharetta, Georgia. This floater position travels between sites occasionally, with travel within the area approximately 25–50% of the day. The role handles inbound products such as bolts, cables, reels, wires, and anchors in clean, organized warehouse facilities. Equipment includes sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks. The first-shift schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Pay is $18.43 per hour, paid weekly, with a $500 sign-on bonus.

The position performs warehouse fulfillment work, including picking, packing, shipping, receiving, loading and unloading, forklift operation, and cycle counting. It also involves handling warehouse paperwork, supporting an automated packing system, and completing work within contract performance guidelines. Ryder describes its facilities as focused on safety and continuous improvement and provides safety gear and paid training.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; the posting also lists this qualification as preferred.
• A valid forklift operator license/certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong technical aptitude, including use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, scanners, and a WMS system to enter orders.
• Clean driving record, personal vehicle, and ability to travel within the area approximately 25–50% of the day.
• Ability to work indoors and outside.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted; another listed requirement specifies lifting and/or pushing/pulling up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to stand for long periods.
• Ability to work using health and safety methods.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships across organizational levels, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Thoroughness, dependability, punctuality, and a good attendance record.
• Initiative, accuracy under pressure, attention to detail, and strong follow-up practices.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule across various work shifts.
• Some assignments may require employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, a road test, customer badging, or other background requirements.

Nice To Haves

• One year or more of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent (also listed as a requirement elsewhere in the posting).

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions that 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, 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 aspects of the automated packing system during core production shift hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning after 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match, available after 30 days.
• Paid time off.
• $500 sign-on bonus.
• Paid training and support for career development.
• Employee discount on company stock at 15%.
• 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
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED