Forklift Operator Warehouse

About the role

Ryder is hiring Material Handlers in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. 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, tote induction, staging of products, and loading/unloading of trucks.
• Handling day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (e.g., picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Providing technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during the core shift hour of production.
• 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.
• The ability to work within a diverse work environment.
• The ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods of time.
• The ability to work using health and safety methods.
• The ability to perform work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• The ability to demonstrate a high degree of accuracy, even under pressure.
• The ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization.

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.
• The ability to work within a diverse work environment.
• The ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods of time.
• The ability to work using health and safety methods.
• The ability to perform work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• The ability to demonstrate a high degree of accuracy, even under pressure.
• The ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization.

Skills

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Independent and team-oriented work ethic.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Health and safety knowledge.
• Flexibility and adaptability to work schedules.

Benefits

• Paid training and support to advance your career.
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits.
• 40 days paid time off.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and much more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Career development opportunities.

Pay

• Hourly Pay: $20.00 per hour.
• Overtime Pay: $30.00 per hour.
• Additional Pay: $2.00 per hour for working additional hours.

Schedule

• 2nd Shift.
• Sunday - Saturday.
• Scheduled 4 days a week.
• Work 2 out of the 3 scheduled days to earn additional overtime.
• Hours: 4:45 pm - 3:15 am.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K plan with a company match.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Disability insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee assistance program.
• Discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and much more.
• Access to Ryder’s wellness programs.
• Professional development opportunities.

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.