Warehouse Forklift Operator

About the role

Ryder is hiring Stand Up Forklift Operators in Sturtevant, Wisconsin. The position offers weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a supportive career environment.

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.
• Handling day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (e.g., picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• 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.
• 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 perform work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.
• 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 perform work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.

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 perform work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.
• 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 perform work on a flexible schedule on various shifts.

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 organizational skills.

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 more.
• Safety gear provided.
• High-valued stock options at 15%.
• Discounted employee discount program.

Pay

• $21.50 per hour, with a $1.00 shift premium for second shift work.
• $0.75 pay increase after six months of employment.

Schedule

• Second shift, Monday through Friday, 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401K retirement plan with company matching.
• Flexible work schedule.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Discounted employee discounts.
• Health and safety equipment provided.
• Stock options and employee discounts.

Important Note

• Some positions may require additional screening, including employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, and road tests; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.