Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ryder • Kenosha, WI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Forklift Operator (described in the posting as a Material Handler) in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. The role handles medical supplies in a clean, organized warehouse and uses stand-up forklifts. The schedule is Wednesday through Saturday, 4:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m., with a half day on Wednesday. Pay is weekly at $21.50 per hour, with a $2.00-per-hour shift premium and a $0.75-per-hour increase after six months of employment. The position includes paid training and support for career development. Some positions may require additional screening, which can include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks and a road test, or customer 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 license and certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team, including within a diverse work environment.
• Ability to create 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.
• A 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 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.

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 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, 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

• Weekly pay.
• Paid training and support to take the next career step.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting at 30 days.
• 401(k) with a company match, starting at 30 days.
• Paid time off accruing starting in month one, 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 more.
• Safety gear provided.

What This Job Offers

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