Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ryder • Aurora, IL

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Forklift Operator in Aurora, Illinois, to support warehouse fulfillment and distribution operations. The role handles food-grade products and uses sit-down forklifts. The Material Handler I performs warehouse functions that may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting. The position pays $19.00 per hour plus $0.75 per hour shift pay, with weekly pay. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:30 p.m. to 12:00 p.m. The employee works under the responsibility of the Logistics Supervisor in a clean, organized, and safety-focused facility. Ryder describes a team-first culture and provides paid training and safety gear.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One or more years of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid certified Forklift Operator's 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 with peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Thoroughness and dependability.
• Punctuality and a good attendance record.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and show 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.
• 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.

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 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 different 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 at 30 days.
• PTO accrual beginning in the first month, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Company 401(k) match.
• Employee stock offered at a 15% discount.
• 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