Forklift Operator Warehouse 1st Shift

Ryder is hiring in Minster, Ohio — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel proud of.

About the role

Warehouse Forklift Operators / Material Handlers work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply-chain environment. Products handled include yogurt; equipment used is primarily stand-up forklifts. These roles support distribution across the US.

Pay

• Base pay: $23.00 per hour
• $0.50 increase after 6 months and again after 1 year
• Overtime pay: $34.50 per hour
• Productivity incentives: eligible to earn up to an extra $10/hr
• Monthly attendance bonuses
• Sign-on bonus: $1,000 paid in four installments at 30, 60, 90, and 180 days
• Daily pay option: access your pay when you need it

Schedule

• Day shift options (choose one):
  • Sun–Wed, 4:30 am – 4:00 pm
  • Sun–Wed, 5:30 am – 5:00 pm
• 44–55 hours per week
• 11-hour shifts
• 2-month schedule provided in advance for family planning

Benefits

• Paid training and support to advance your career
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting at 30 days
• Paid time off starting at 30 days
• 401(k) with company match
• Company stock at a 15% employee discount
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and more
• Safety gear provided

Responsibilities

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

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One year or more of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred
• Valid forklift operator’s license or certification
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Highly thorough, dependable, and punctual with a strong attendance record
• Ability to work 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
• Must follow health and safety methods
• Available to work a flexible schedule across various shifts
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices