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 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 paperwork in a warehouse environment, including picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.
• Providing technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during core shift hours.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year or more related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience.
• Valid Forklift Operator's License certified.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to work within a diverse work environment.
• High degree of accuracy, even under pressure.
• 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.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to work within a diverse work environment.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Punctual and good attendance record.
• Possesses a high degree of initiative.
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs.
• Able to stand for long periods of time.
• Work using health and safety methods.
• Available to work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Physical stamina and strength.

Benefits

• Paid training and support.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• High-valued stock options.
• Employee discounts on various items.
• Safety gear provided.
• Career development opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling options.

Pay

Hourly Pay: $20.30 per hour.

Schedule

B Shift: Wednesday 11:15 AM - 5:15 PM, Thursday - Saturday 5:15 AM - 4:45 PM.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Employee discounts.
• Health and wellness programs.
• Professional development opportunities.

Location

Dekalb, Illinois
Postal Code: 60115

Contact Information

To apply, click here. For more information, visit Ryder's career page.