Forklift Operator Warehouse

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Houston, Texas — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Pay

• Hourly Pay: $17.00 per hour
• Overtime Pay: $25.50 when working overtime
• Shift Premium: $1.25 hourly when working night shift

Schedule

Nights Tuesday–Friday, 5:00 PM–3:30 AM

About the role

• Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver positions in clean, organized, and well-run facilities
• Products handled: Tires
• Equipment used: Sit-down forklift, cherry picker, order picker, stock picker
• Support distribution across the US in various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles

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 (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

Benefits

• Paid weekly
• Paid training and support for career advancement
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting at 30 days
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) accrual starting Month 1, up to 80 hours in the first year
• 15% employee discount on company stock
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and more
• Safety gear provided
• Leadership prioritizing safety on every shift

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One (1) 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
• Team-oriented with the ability to work in a diverse environment
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships at all organizational levels
• Highly thorough, dependable, and punctual with good attendance record
• Works independently with minimal supervision and demonstrates 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
• Flexible availability for various work shifts
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices

Additional Notes

Some positions require additional screening, including employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check, road test, and/or customer-specific badging or background requirements.