Reach Truck Operator

Ryder • North Aurora, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Stand Up Reach Truck Forklift Operator in North Aurora, Illinois, to support warehouse fulfillment and distribution of packaged foods. The role uses a stand-up high-mass reach truck and an RF scanner in a clean, organized facility focused on safety. The position pays $19.00 per hour plus a $1.50-per-hour shift differential, with weekly pay. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 5:00 p.m. to 1:30 a.m., with occasional overtime until 3:30 a.m.

Ryder provides paid training and support for career development, safety gear, and a team-first workplace. Benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) are available starting after 30 days. PTO begins accruing in the first month, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year. The 401(k) includes a company match, and employees receive a 15% discount on Ryder stock as well as discounts on various goods and services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One or more years of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid forklift operator's license and certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with 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 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.
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule across 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 that 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, including 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

• Weekly pay.
• Paid training and support for career advancement.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting at 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match, starting at 30 days.
• PTO accrual starting in the first month, up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• 15% employee discount on Ryder stock.
• 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