Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ryder • College Park, GA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Forklift Operator (also described as a Material Handler) in College Park, Georgia. The role supports warehouse fulfillment and distribution operations in a clean, organized facility, handling HVAC products, paper rolls, batteries, and circuit boards. Equipment used includes a sit-down forklift, reach truck, RF scanner, and cherry picker. The position pays $18.00 per hour, with an additional $0.50 per hour for second-shift work, and pays weekly. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m.

The role includes warehouse functions such as picking, packing, shipping, receiving, loading and unloading, forklift operation, and cycle counting. Associates are expected to work safely, accurately, and within contract performance guidelines, and may provide technical and maintenance support for aspects of an automated packing system during the core production shift. Paid training and safety gear are provided.

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 and certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships across all levels of the organization, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Thoroughness and dependability.
• Punctuality and a good attendance record.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate initiative.
• Ability to maintain a high level of 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, which may include 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 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

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, available starting at 30 days.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Paid time off accruing from the first month, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Paid training and support for career advancement.
• Employee stock discount of 15%.
• 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