Forklift Operator Warehouse 1st Shift

About the role

Ryder is hiring Stand-Up Forklift Operators in Columbia, South Carolina. This 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 day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (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.
• Able to work within a diverse work environment.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

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.
• Able to work within a diverse work environment.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Skills

• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs.
• Standing for long periods of time.
• Working using health and safety methods.
• Flexible scheduling on various shifts.

Benefits

• Paid training and support.
• Medical, dental, vision, 401K plans.
• Paid time off.
• Company match on 401K.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Career development opportunities.

Pay

Weekly Pay
Hourly Pay: $17.50 per hour
Overtime Pay: $26.25 per hour
Additional Pay: $4.00 per hour extra, when working a weekend day.

Schedule

First Shift
6:00am to 6:00pm.
2 days on, 2 days off, and 3 days on.
36 hours one week and 48 the next, in continuous cycle - every other weekend will be a 3 day weekend off.

Benefits

• All benefits offered by other Warehouse Distribution Facilities without the wait.
• Highly valued stock at 15%.
• Employee discount program.
• Safe and supportive work environment.
• Continuous improvement initiatives.

Important Note

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