Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ryder • Lyons, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Forklift Operator in Lyons, Illinois. The role supports warehouse fulfillment and distribution in a clean, organized facility focused on safety. Products handled include recycled materials and reusable containers. The position pays $22.00 per hour, with an additional $1.00 per hour when assigned to third shift, and pays weekly. The schedule is Thursday through Saturday, 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., and every other Wednesday. Safety gear is provided, and paid training and support are available.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One or more years of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid forklift operator certification/license.
• 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 perform work independently with minimal supervision.
• High degree of initiative.
• Ability to maintain 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.
• Detail orientation and excellent follow-up practices.
• Some positions may require additional screening, including 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 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 begin after 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off begins accruing in the first month, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• 15% employee discount on company stock.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and other items.
• Paid training and support for career advancement.
• Safety gear provided.
• Weekly pay.

What This Job Offers

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