Warehouse Forklift Material Handler

About the role

Ryder is hiring Forklift Operating Material Handlers in Spring Hill, Tennessee. 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.
• Dealing with day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (e.g., picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Providing technical and maintenance support for different aspects of the automated packing system during the core shift hour of production.
• Performing 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 a member of a team.
• The ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization.
• The ability to work within a diverse work environment.
• The ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods of time.
• The ability to work using health and safety methods.
• The ability to work on a flexible schedule on various work shifts.
• The ability to perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy, even under pressure.
• The ability to be punctual and maintain a good attendance record.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• The ability to demonstrate a high level of initiative.
• The ability to be highly thorough and dependable.

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 a member of a team.
• The ability to be a team player and work within a diverse work environment.
• The ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization.
• The ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods of time.
• The ability to work using health and safety methods.
• The ability to work on a flexible schedule on various work shifts.
• The ability to perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy, even under pressure.
• The ability to be punctual and maintain a good attendance record.
• The ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• The ability to demonstrate a high level of initiative.
• The ability to be highly thorough and dependable.

Skills

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle paperwork and data entry.
• Knowledge of forklift operation and safety.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits

• Paid training and support.
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits.
• 40 days paid time off.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and much more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Career development opportunities.

Pay

• Hourly pay: $20.33 per hour.
• Overtime pay: $30.50 per hour.
• Additional pay: $1.25 per hour when assigned to second shift.

Schedule

• Second Shift: Monday - Friday, 4:00 pm - 12:30 am.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits.
• 40 days paid time off.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and much more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Career development opportunities.

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.

Contact Information

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