Forklift Material Handler Warehouse

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions such as loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Auditing, staging, and loading/unloading of products and trucks.
• Handling paperwork in a warehouse environment, including picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.
• Providing technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during peak production hours.
• 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 a member of a team.
• An ability to work within a diverse work environment.
• A high degree of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Able to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to work using health and safety methods.
• Able to work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.
• Able to perform tasks within performance measurement guidelines.

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.
• An ability to work within a diverse work environment.
• A high degree of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Able to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Able to work using health and safety methods.
• Able to work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.
• Able to perform tasks within performance measurement guidelines.

Skills

• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Benefits

• Paid training and support to take your next step.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401 K offers a company match.
• High valued stock at 15%.
• Employee discounts that save you money on various items.
• Safety gear provided.
• Caring leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role.
• Focus on continuous improvement designed for success.

Pay

• Weekly 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.

Benefits

• All benefits other Warehouse Distribution Facilities offer WITHOUT the WAIT!

Pay

• Weekly pay.

Location

• State/Province: IL
• City: Dekalb
• Postal Code: 60115

Category

• Warehousing

Employment Type

• Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements

• 0-10%

Position Code

• 1000879

Posted Date

• 1 day ago (7/7/2026 11:04 AM)

Requisition ID

• 2026-205183