Material Handler

Ryder • North Aurora, IL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in North Aurora, Illinois, to perform warehouse and distribution work handling food products. The role supports distribution operations and may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting. Work is performed within contract performance guidelines and includes maintaining accurate product handling and warehouse paperwork. The position also provides technical and maintenance support for aspects of the automated packing system during the production shift.

The schedule is second shift, Monday through Friday, from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM. Pay is $19.00 per hour, with an additional $0.75 per hour shift pay. Ryder describes the work environment as a safe warehouse using state-of-the-art equipment and provides paid on-the-job training and safety gear.

A high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience are preferred. A valid, certified forklift operator's license is required. The role requires lifting and/or pushing or pulling up to 35 pounds, standing for long periods, and working according to health and safety methods. Some positions may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, road tests, or customer badging or background requirements.

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.
• Ability to work as a team player in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships at 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.
• A high degree of initiative.
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy, including 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.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule on various work shifts.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

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 the core production shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off starting at 30 days.
• Employee stock purchase opportunity at a 15% discount.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and more.
• Paid on-the-job training.
• Safety gear provided.

What This Job Offers

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