Warehouse Material Handler Forklift 1st Shift

Ryder • Shippensburg, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Forklift Operator in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, to perform warehouse and fulfillment work involving dry goods. The role uses sit-down forklifts with clamps and supports safe, accurate supply-chain operations in a clean, organized facility. Pay is $23.00 per hour, plus $2.50 per hour in shift pay, paid weekly. The schedule is Friday through Sunday and every other Thursday, from 5:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

The position includes warehouse functions such as loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting. The employee is responsible for accurate product handling, related warehouse paperwork, and supporting aspects of an automated packing system during production hours. Ryder describes a team-first workplace that prioritizes safety and continuous improvement.

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 team member in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships across organizational levels, including 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.
• Ability to work using health and safety methods.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule on various work shifts.
• Attention to detail and excellent follow-up practices.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience.
• High school diploma or equivalent.

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 aspects of the automated packing system during core production hours.
• 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 accruing starting in month one, up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Company 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
• Education Level: High school or GED