Forklift Operator Material Handler Warehouse

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment. Products handled include medical supplies, and equipment used includes stand-up forklifts. Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles support distribution across the US.

Pay

• Hourly pay: $21.50 per hour
• Shift premium: $2.00 per hour
• $0.75 pay increase after 6 months of employment
• Weekly pay

Schedule

• 2nd Shift: Wednesday – Saturday, 4:00 pm – 4:00 am (half day on Wednesday)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match — eligible after 30 days
• Paid time off accrues from month 1; up to 80 hours in the first year
• High-valued stock at 15% employee discount
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and more
• Safety gear provided
• Paid training and support

Requirements

• 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/certification
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships across all levels of the organization
• Highly thorough, dependable, punctual, with a good attendance record
• High degree of initiative and accuracy, even under pressure
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Ability to work using health and safety methods
• Availability for flexible scheduling across various shifts
• Detail‑oriented with excellent follow‑up practices

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting
• Accurately pick, pack, audit, induct totes, stage products, and load/unload trucks
• Handle day‑to‑day warehouse paperwork (picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.)
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during core production hours
• Perform duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract
• Perform other duties as assigned

Additional information

Some positions require additional screening, which may include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check and road test, and/or badging or background requirements of the assigned customer.