Warehouse Forklift Operator

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Forklift Operator in Jackson, Tennessee. The position offers weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career path that prioritizes safety and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions such as loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Auditing, staging, and loading/unloading of products and trucks.
• Handling 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

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) year or more related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience.
• Valid Forklift Operator's License certified.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability 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

• Preferred: One (1) year or more related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience.
• Preferred: Valid Forklift Operator's License certified.
• Preferred: Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Preferred: Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Preferred: Ability to work within a diverse work environment.
• Preferred: Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to handle paperwork and perform cycle counting tasks.
• Knowledge of forklift operation and safety protocols.
• Technical skills for maintaining and supporting automated packing systems.

Benefits

• Paid training and support for career advancement.
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits.
• 401K with company match.
• High-value stock options.
• Employee discounts on various products and services.
• Safety gear provided.
• Career development opportunities.

Pay

$17.25 per hour, with an additional $1.00 per hour shift pay.

Schedule

Rotating 2-2-3 schedule, starting at 5:30pm and ending at 6:00am.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Employee discount program.
• Health insurance coverage.
• 401K retirement plan with company match.
• Stock options.
• Discounts on various products and services.
• Safety gear provided.
• Continuous improvement initiatives.

Location

Jackson, Tennessee, 38301.

Contact Information

To apply, click here. For more information, visit RyderCareers.Video/MaterialHandlers.