Forklift Material Handler Warehouse

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Dekalb, Illinois, offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions, including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Accurately pick and pack, audit, tote induction, stage products, and load/unload trucks.
• Handle daily paperwork in a warehouse environment (e.g., picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during core shift hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year or more related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience.
• A valid Forklift Operator's License certified.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• The ability to work within a diverse work environment.
• The ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization.
• The ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods of time.
• The ability to work using health and safety methods.
• The ability to be punctual and maintain a good attendance record.
• The ability to work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.
• The ability to perform tasks independently with minimal supervision.
• The ability to demonstrate a high degree of accuracy, even under pressure.
• The ability to work within a diverse work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One (1) year or more related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid Forklift Operator's License certified.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• The ability to be a team player and work within a diverse work environment.
• The ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization.
• The ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods of time.
• The ability to work using health and safety methods.
• The ability to be punctual and have a good attendance record.
• The ability to work on a flexible schedule on the various work shifts.
• The ability to perform tasks independently with minimal supervision.
• The ability to demonstrate a high degree of accuracy, even under pressure.
• The ability to work within a diverse work environment.

Skills

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Independent work ability.
• Teamwork and diversity skills.
• Health and safety methods.
• Punctuality and attendance.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Lifting and standing abilities.
• Work within a diverse environment.

Benefits

• Paid training and support.
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits.
• 401K with a company match.
• High-valued stock options at 15%.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and much more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Career development opportunities.

Pay

• Hourly Pay: $20.30 per hour.
• Shift Pay: $2.00 per hour.

Schedule

• Sunday - Tuesday: 5:15 PM - 4:45 AM & Wednesday: 5:15 PM - 11:15 PM.