Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Dekalb, Illinois. The position offers weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career path that aligns with your values.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions such as loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Auditing, staging of products, and loading/unloading of trucks.
• Dealing with day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.).
• Providing technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during core shift hours.
• 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 be punctual and have a good attendance record.
• The ability to work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.
• The ability to perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

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 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 be punctual and have a good attendance record.
• The ability to work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.
• The ability to perform tasks with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

Skills

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Independent and team-oriented work ethic.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Health and safety awareness.
• Punctuality and reliability.
• Flexibility and adaptability to various schedules.

Benefits

• On-the-job paid training.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• High-valued stock options.
• Employee discounts on various items.
• Safety gear provided.
• Highly valued employee discount program.
• State-of-the-art equipment and caring leadership.

Pay

• Hourly Pay: $20.30 per hour.

Schedule

• Three-and-a-half day workweek!
• A Shift;
• Sunday - Tuesday 5:15 am to 4:45 pm;
• Wednesday 5:15 am to 11:15 am.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• High-valued stock options.
• Employee discounts on various items.
• Safety gear provided.
• Highly valued employee discount program.
• State-of-the-art equipment and caring leadership.

Company Culture

• Part of a team-first culture built on respect.
• Community of proud women and men in Supply Chain, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.