Warehouse Material Handler 1

Ryder • Chicago, IL

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a permanent, full-time Warehouse Material Handler to support its facility in Pullman, Illinois. The role handles household products in a warehouse distribution environment and uses sit-down forklifts and RF scanners. Warehouse associates perform operational tasks such as picking, packing, shipping, receiving, loading and unloading, and cycle counting, while following contract performance guidelines and workplace health and safety methods. The position pays $20.00 per hour and includes paid on-the-job training and safety gear.

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 part of a team in 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 and demonstrate 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, dental, and vision benefits starting at 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• 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