Warehouse Forklift Operator

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Stand Up Forklift Operator in Sturtevant, Wisconsin. The position offers weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career path that supports personal and professional growth.

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, etc.)
• Providing technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during core production hours
• Performing 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
• High degree of accuracy, even under pressure
• 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: High degree of accuracy, even under pressure
• Preferred: Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices

Skills

• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to work using health and safety methods

Benefits

• Paid training and support to take your next step
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K etc.
• Paid Time Off
• 401K offers a company match
• High valued stock at 15% employee discount
• Employee Discounts that save you money on Tools, Cars, Hotels, Electronics/Appliances, Cell Phones, Travel, and much more
• Safety Gear Provided
• Caring leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role
• Focus on continuous improvement designed for success

Pay

• Weekly Pay: $21.50 per hour
• Shift Premium: $1.00 per hour for second shift
• Pay Increase: $0.75 per hour after 6 months of employment

Schedule

• Second Shift: Monday-Friday 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K
• Paid Time Off
• 401K offers a company match
• High valued stock at 15% employee discount
• Employee Discounts that save you money on Tools, Cars, Hotels, Electronics/Appliances, Cell Phones, Travel, and much more
• Safety Gear Provided
• Caring leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role
• Focus on continuous improvement designed for success

Important Note

• Some positions require additional screening that may include 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.