Material Handler Warehouse Forklift Operator

About the role

Ryder is hiring Material Handlers in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The position offers weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career path that supports personal and professional growth.

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, 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 accuracy, even under pressure.
• The ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods of time.
• A good attendance record.
• Possesses a high degree of initiative.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Qualifications

• 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 accuracy, even under pressure.
• The ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods of time.
• A good attendance record.
• Possesses a high degree of initiative.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail.
• Physical stamina and strength.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Paid training and support.
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits.
• 40 days of paid time off.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and much more.
• Safety gear provided.
• High-valued stock options at 15%.

Pay

Hourly Pay: $20.00 per hour
Overtime Pay: $30.00 per hour
Additional Pay: $2.00 per hour
Schedule: 2nd Shift; Sunday - Saturday (4 days a week)

Schedule

Hours: 4:45 pm - 3:15 am

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• 401K with a company match.
• Employee discounts.
• High-valued stock options.
• Safety gear provided.
• Discounts on various items.

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.