Forklift Operator

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Stand Up Forklift Operator in Sturtevant, Wisconsin. The position offers weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career path that prioritizes safety and continuous improvement.

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

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year or more related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience.
• Valid Forklift Operator's License certified.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work within a diverse work environment.
• High degree of initiative and accuracy.
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Punctuality and good attendance record.
• Flexible schedule availability.

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.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to be a team player and work within a diverse work environment.
• High degree of initiative and accuracy.
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Punctuality and good attendance record.
• Flexible schedule availability.

Skills

• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Benefits

• Paid training and support.
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• High-valued stock options.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and much more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Caregiving leadership prioritizing safety.
• Continuous improvement designed for success.

Pay

• $21.50 per hour.
• $1.00 shift premium when working second shift.
• $0.75 pay increase after 6 months of employment.

Schedule

• Second Shift Monday-Friday 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off.
• Employee Discounts.
• Stock options.
• Discounts on various items.
• Safety gear provided.
• Caregiving leadership prioritizing safety.
• Continuous improvement designed for success.

Company Culture

• Part of a team-first culture.
• Women and minorities represented.
• Many Military Reservists and Veterans.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran.