Warehouse Forklift Operator / Material Handler

Ryder • Minooka, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Forklift Operator / Material Handler in Minooka, Illinois, to support warehouse fulfillment and distribution of consumer packaged goods. The role includes operating powered industrial equipment and performing a range of warehouse functions in a clean, organized facility focused on safety and continuous improvement. The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Pay is $21.63 per hour, with an additional $1.00 per hour shift differential. Ryder offers weekly pay, paid training, safety gear, and benefits. Some positions may require additional employment or education verification, motor vehicle records checks, a road test, or customer-specific 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 Forklift Operator's License certified.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, including in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to build 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 work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate 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.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions such as 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 different 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
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off beginning in the first month; up to 80 hours accrued in the first year
• Company stock offered at 15%
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/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