Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ryder•Rochelle, IL

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Rochelle, Illinois — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about. Warehouse Forklift Operator Positions Pay Weekly. Hourly Pay: $20.50 per hour. Additional Pay: $0.75 per hour for nights worked. Schedule: Second Shift, Monday to Friday from 5:30 pm - 4:00 am with one day off through the week and weekends off unless mandated. Ryder Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment. Products Being Handled: Dry, shelf-stable foods such as canned cheese, broths, granola, etc. Equipment: Electric Pallet Jacks and Sit Down Forklifts. Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US. We have all benefits other Warehouse Distribution Facilities offer WITHOUT the WAIT! Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week. Paid Training and support to take your next step. Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc. Start at 30 Days. Earn PTO starting Month 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year. 401 K offers a company match. HIGH VALUED Stock at 15%. Employee Discount. Employee Discounts that save you money on Tools, Cars, Hotels, Electronics/Appliances, Cell Phones, Travel, and much more. Safety Gear PROVIDED. Caring Leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role. Focus on continuous improvement designed for success. Your drive. Your career. Start driving your future with Ryder today. At Ryder, you will be part of a team-first culture built on respect when joining a community of proud women and men in Supply Chain, including many Military Reservists and Veterans. EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred
One (1) year or more 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
Ability to be a team player and able to work within a diverse work environment
Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
Able to work within a diverse work environment
Highly thorough and dependable
Must be punctual and have a good attendance record
Performs work independently with minimal supervision
Possesses a high degree of initiative
Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to work using health and safety methods
Must be available to work on a flexible schedule on the various work shifts
Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices
Important Note: Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Responsibilities

Perform warehouse function, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and, cycle counting
Performing duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract
Responsible for the accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products and loading and unloading of trucks
Responsible of dealing with day to day paperwork in a warehouse environment (i.e. picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.)
Provide technical and maintenance support for different aspects related to the automated packing system during the core shift hour of production
Performing duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract
Performs other duties as assigned.