Warehouse Material Handler Day Shift Forklift

Ryder • Pleasant Prairie, WI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, to support warehouse fulfillment and distribution operations handling medical supplies. The role operates in a clean, organized facility with a focus on safety and continuous improvement. The position uses a stand-up forklift and may include a range of warehouse functions. Pay is $21.50 per hour, with overtime paid at $32.25 per hour, and employees are paid weekly.

The schedule is first shift, Sunday through Tuesday from 4:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., plus a six-hour Wednesday shift. Wednesday hours rotate between 4:00 a.m.–10:00 a.m. and 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. The role includes paid training and benefits beginning after 30 days, with PTO accrual starting 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 certification/license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships across all levels of the organization, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Thoroughness and dependability.
• Punctuality and a good attendance record.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate 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 across various work shifts.
• Attention to detail and excellent follow-up practices.
• Some assignments may require additional screening, which may include 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 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 core production shift hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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