Forklift Warehouse Material Handler
About the role
Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Dekalb, Illinois. This position offers weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career path that aligns with the company’s commitment to 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, including 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 part of a team.
- An ability to work within a diverse work environment.
- A high degree of initiative and accuracy, even under pressure.
- The ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods.
- A good attendance record and punctuality.
- Possesses a high degree of initiative and accuracy, even under pressure.
- Able to work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.
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 part of a team.
- An ability to work within a diverse work environment.
- A high degree of initiative and accuracy, even under pressure.
- The ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods.
- A good attendance record and punctuality.
- Possesses a high degree of initiative and accuracy, even under pressure.
- Able to work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.
Skills
- Attention to detail.
- Excellent follow-up practices.
Benefits
- Paid training and support.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plans.
- 401K with a company match.
- High-valued stock options.
- Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and much more.
- Safety gear provided.
- Career development opportunities.
Pay
Weekly Pay: $20.30 per hour.
Schedule
B Shift: Wednesday 11:15 AM - 5:15 PM, Thursday - Saturday 5:15 AM - 4:45 PM.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401K plan with a company match.
- Stock options and employee discounts.
- Flexible scheduling options.
- Health and safety training and equipment.
- Continuous improvement initiatives.
Company Culture
- Careful leadership prioritizing safety.
- Focus on continuous improvement.
- Team-first culture.
- Community of proud women and men in Supply Chain.
- Many Military Reservists and Veterans.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug-Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.
Contact Information
To apply, click here to see and hear it from a Ryder Supply Chain Employee: https://rydercareers.video/WarehouseJobs. For more information about Ryder Warehouse Associate positions, visit https://jobs.ryder.com/jobs/.