Warehouse Stand Up Forklift Operator

Ryder•Minster, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Stand-Up Forklift Operator in Minster, Ohio, to support warehouse fulfillment and distribution operations handling yogurt. The role is based in a clean, organized facility focused on safety and continuous improvement. Operators use stand-up forklifts and may perform a variety of warehouse functions, including material handling, order fulfillment, and loading and unloading trucks. The position pays $23.00 per hour, with a $0.50 increase after six months and again after one year. Overtime is paid at $34.50 per hour, and eligible employees may earn productivity incentives of up to an additional $10 per hour. The posting also offers monthly attendance bonuses, a $1,000 sign-on bonus paid in four installments, weekly pay, and access to daily pay. The schedule is a day shift, with one of two options: Sunday through Wednesday, 4:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., or Sunday through Wednesday, 5:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The role is listed as 44–55 hours per week with 11-hour shifts, and schedules are provided two months in advance. Ryder describes its warehouse team culture as safety-focused and team-oriented, with paid training and support for career advancement. Benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) are available starting at 30 days; the company also offers paid time off, a 401(k) company match, an employee stock discount, and other employee discounts. Safety gear is provided.

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 certified.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, including within a diverse work environment.
Ability to create and maintain professional relationships across organizational levels, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
Thoroughness and dependability; punctuality and a good attendance record.
Ability to perform 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 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.
Some positions may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks and a road test, and/or 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 the core production shift.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Weekly pay
Overtime pay
Productivity incentives of up to an additional $10 per hour for eligible employees
Monthly attendance bonuses
$1,000 sign-on bonus paid in four installments
Daily pay access
Paid training
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) company match
Paid time off
Employee stock discount of 15%
Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and other items
Safety gear provided