Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Ryder • Joliet, IL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Stand Up Forklift Operator for a warehouse in Joliet, Illinois. The role supports warehouse fulfillment and distribution of chips and salty snack foods in a clean, organized facility. Operators use stand-up forklifts and reach trucks, including Raymond and Yale forklifts. The position is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., and pays $21.00 per hour, weekly.

The role involves warehouse operations such as picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, cycle counting, and handling associated paperwork. Employees work within contract performance guidelines and support the automated packing system during core production hours. Ryder describes its workplace as team-oriented and safety-focused, with paid training and safety gear 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 and certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to work within a diverse work environment 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.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule across various work shifts.
• Attention to detail and 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 core production shift hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Paid training and support for career advancement.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, and 401(k), starting after 30 days.
• Paid time off accrual beginning in the first month, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Company match on 401(k) contributions.
• Employee stock discount of 15%.
• 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