Warehouse Operator Forklift

Ryder • Milton, PA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Forklift Operator/Driver in Milton, Pennsylvania, to support warehouse fulfillment and food distribution. The role is based in a clean, organized facility focused on safety and continuous improvement. Employees handle food products and use warehouse equipment to package, kit, assemble, pick, and pack orders, as well as load and unload trailers. The position includes weekly pay and paid training. After the training period, employees must be able to work two of the listed schedules: first shift, Monday–Friday, 7:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m.; second shift, Monday–Friday, 3:30 p.m.–11:30 p.m.; or third shift, Monday–Friday, 11:30 p.m.–7:30 a.m. Weekend work may be required for each schedule. Starting pay is $23.87 per hour, with an additional $1.00 for second shift and $1.25 for third shift after moving to that shift. Overtime may be assigned. Ryder describes its workplace as team-oriented and respectful, with leadership prioritizing safety.

Requirements

• Six months of related warehouse experience required.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year or more of related warehouse experience preferred.
• Intermediate ability to learn to operate and maintain powered industrial trucks, including stand-up and sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, and pallet jacks; maintenance tasks include changing batteries and recognizing common mechanical issues.
• Powered industrial truck certification.
• Ability to read English and perform basic mathematics for safety, work instructions, and policies.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to input data into the WMS computer system(s) in use.
• Ability to work overtime as assigned.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships across organizational levels, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Flexibility and self-motivation to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multitask; highly organized with excellent time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and excellent follow-up practices.
• After training, ability to work two of the listed schedules; weekend work may be required.
• Some positions may require additional screening, which may include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check, road test, and/or customer badging or background requirements.

Nice To Haves

• One year or more of related warehouse experience.
• Intermediate ability to operate manual and/or automated warehouse or manufacturing equipment, such as a packaging line.

Responsibilities

• Package, kit, and/or assemble orders and materials.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound trailers and ensure scanning is completed correctly.
• Help train dock employees on new procedures.
• Ensure the facility is secure at the end of the shift; investigate and resolve scanning issues and housekeeping matters.
• Perform picking and packing duties and check for evidence of product or container damage.
• Perform assigned tasks according to location policies and procedures, including handling materials within associated logical transactions.
• Perform material moves with associated physical and logical transactions as required.
• Participate in workgroup and other team activities to support self-improvement and improve warehouse operations and related business functions.
• Perform housekeeping duties for the assigned area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting at 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off accruing starting in the first month, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Weekly pay.
• 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 other items.
• Safety gear provided.

What This Job Offers

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