Forklift Operator Warehouse 1st Shift

Ryder is hiring in Alpharetta, GA—offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Pay

Hourly Pay: $17.39 per hour

Schedule

Monday-Friday 7:00am - 3:30pm

About the role

Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment. Products handled include inbound items such as bolts, cables, reels, wires, and anchors. Equipment used includes sit-down forklifts and computers.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong technical aptitude, including use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, scanners, and WMS systems
• 1 year of previous experience operating sit-down forklifts
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Must be able to work both indoors and outside
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a team member in a diverse work environment
• Highly thorough, dependable, and punctual with a good attendance record
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and demonstrate initiative
• High level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Must follow health and safety methods
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule on various shifts
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to meet Ryder’s driving qualifications

Benefits

• Paid training and support for career advancement
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting at 30 days
• 401K with company match
• Highly valued stock at a 15% employee discount
• Earn PTO starting month 1 (up to 80 hours accrued in the first year)
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and more
• Safety gear provided
• Caring leadership prioritizing safety every shift