Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin. This position offers weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career path you can feel good about.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions such as loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Accurately pick and pack, audit, tote induction, stage products, and load/unload trucks.
• Handle daily paperwork in a warehouse environment, including picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during peak production hours.
• Perform 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 in a diverse work environment.
• A high degree of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Able to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Able to work using health and safety methods.
• Available to work on flexible schedules, including first shift Wednesday through Saturday from 4:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

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 in a diverse work environment.
• A high degree of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Able to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Able to work using health and safety methods.
• Available to work on flexible schedules, including first shift Wednesday through Saturday from 4:00 AM to 4:00 PM.

Skills

• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Benefits

• Paid training and support to advance your career.
• 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.
• Caregiving leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role.
• Focus on continuous improvement designed for success.

Pay

• Hourly Pay: $21.50 per hour.
• Overtime Pay: $32.25 per hour.
• Shift Differential: $1.00 per hour.
• Additional Pay: $0.75 per hour after 6 months of employment.

Schedule

• First Shift: Wednesday - Saturday, 4:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Half day on Wednesday).

Benefits

• Highly valued stock at 15%.
• Employee discount.
• Employee discounts that save you money 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.