Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ryder • Brownstown, MI

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Forklift Operator / Material Handler in Brownstown, Michigan. The position handles automotive parts in a clean, organized warehouse facility and supports distribution operations. Work includes warehouse fulfillment and forklift operation, with equipment including an electric sit-down forklift and an RF scanner. The schedule is second shift, Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Pay is weekly at $21.42 per hour, with overtime pay of $32.13 per hour and a $1.00-per-hour premium for second shift. The role requires availability to work flexible schedules across various work shifts.

Ryder describes its facilities as focused on safety and continuous improvement, with a team-first culture. Training and support are provided. Some assigned positions may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, a road test, or customer-specific 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's License certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work within a diverse work environment and maintain professional relationships across organizational levels.
• Thoroughness, dependability, punctuality, and a good attendance record.
• Ability to perform work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate initiative.
• Ability to maintain accuracy under pressure and follow up effectively.
• 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.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule on various work shifts.

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 different aspects of the automated packing system during the core production shift.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Weekly pay.
• Paid training and support for career advancement.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, available starting at 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off beginning in the first month, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Employee stock purchase offering at a 15% discount.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and other items.
• Safety gear provided.

What This Job Offers

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