Warehouse Forklift Operator Material Handler

Ryder is hiring a Permanent Stand-Up Forklift Operator in Minster, Ohio.

About the role

Warehouse Forklift Operators / Material Handlers work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment. Products handled include yogurt. Equipment used: stand-up forklifts.

Pay

• Base pay: $23.00 per hour
• $0.50 increase after 6 months and 1 year
• Overtime pay: $34.50 per hour
• Productivity incentives: eligible to earn up to an extra $10/hour
• Monthly attendance bonuses
• Sign-on bonus: $1,000 paid in four installments at 30, 60, 90, and 180 days
• Daily pay access: get your pay when you need it

Schedule

• Day shift options (choose one):
  • Wed–Sat, 4:30 am – 4:00 pm
  • Wed–Sat, 5:30 am – 5:00 pm
• 44–55 hours per week
• 11-hour shifts
• 2-month schedule provided in advance for family planning

Benefits

• Paid weekly
• Paid training and support for career advancement
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) starting at 30 days
• Earn PTO starting month 1 (up to 80 hours accrued in the first year)
• 401(k) company match
• 15% employee discount on company stock
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and more
• Safety gear provided
• Caring leadership prioritizing safety every shift
• Focus on continuous improvement for success

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting
• Operate within performance measurement guidelines of the contract
• Accurately pick, pack, audit, induct totes, stage products, and load/unload trucks
• Handle day-to-day paperwork (e.g., picking sheets, returns, bills of lading)
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during core production hours
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One (1) year or more of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred
• Valid forklift operator’s license/certification
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to work within a diverse environment and maintain professional relationships at all levels
• Highly thorough, dependable, and punctual with a good attendance record
• Works independently with minimal supervision and demonstrates initiative
• High level of accuracy, even under pressure
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Must follow health and safety methods
• Flexible schedule availability for various shifts
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices

Note: Some positions require additional screening, including employment/education verification, motor vehicle records check, road test, and/or customer-specific badging or background requirements.