Warehouse Forklift Operator

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Elwood, Illinois. The position offers weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career path that aligns with the company’s commitment to safety and continuous improvement.

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 a member of a team.
• Able to work within a diverse work environment.
• Punctuality and good attendance record.
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

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.
• Able to work within a diverse work environment.
• Punctuality and good attendance record.
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Skills

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Teamwork and leadership abilities.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of warehouse operations and forklift operation.

Benefits

• Paid training and support.
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits.
• 401K with a company match.
• High-value stock options.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and much more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Career development opportunities.

Pay

Hourly Pay: $20.00 per hour. Pay is weekly.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 10:30am-7:00pm with additional overtime when required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits.
• 401K with a company match.
• High-value stock options.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and much more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Career development opportunities.

Company Culture

• Career-first culture focused on respect and teamwork.
• Part of a community of proud women and men in Supply Chain, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.
• EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran.

Contact Information

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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.