Warehouse Forklift 1st Shift

Ryder is hiring Sit Down Forklift Operators in Jackson, Tennessee — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Pay

• Hourly Pay: $17.25 per hour
• Overtime Pay: $25.88 per hour

Schedule

Day Shift 6:00AM - 6:00PM (2-2-3 schedule) rotating weekdays and weekends

About the role

• Warehouse Forklift Operators work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment.
• Products handled: Food products
• Equipment used: Sit-Down Forklifts
• Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles support distribution across the US.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Perform duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• Responsible for the accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products, and loading and unloading of trucks.
• Handle day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (e.g., picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Provide technical and maintenance support for different aspects related to the automated packing system during core shift hours of production.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• 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 be a team player and work within a diverse work environment.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors).
• Able to work within a diverse work environment.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Must be punctual and have a good attendance record.
• Performs work independently with minimal supervision.
• Possesses a high degree of initiative.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work using health and safety methods.
• Must be available to work on a flexible schedule on various work shifts.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Benefits

• Paid weekly.
• Paid training and support to take your next step.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401K benefits starting at 30 days.
• 401K offers a company match.
• Highly valued stock at 15% employee discount.
• Employee discounts that save you money on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Paid Time Off.