Warehouse Material Handler I

Ryder • Cedar Rapids, IA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a full-time Warehouse Material Handler in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The role supports warehouse and distribution operations handling food products, using a sit-down forklift. The position pays $20.00 per hour, with weekly pay and paid on-the-job training. Employees work in a safety-focused environment with state-of-the-art equipment and provided safety gear. The position requires flexibility to work various shifts and schedules.

Ryder describes a workplace culture centered on respect, collaboration, safety, innovation, and opportunities to grow. Some assignments may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, a road test, 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 certification/license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a diverse work environment.
• Ability to build 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.
• Ability to work using health and safety methods.
• Availability to work a flexible schedule across various work shifts.
• Attention to detail and 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 that 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, including 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 on-the-job training
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Employee stock purchase discount of 15%
• 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