Warehouse Forklift Operator Material Handler

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Lyons, Illinois — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Pay

• Hourly Pay: $22.00 per hour
• Additional Pay: $1.00 per hour when assigned to third shift

Schedule

• Thursday - Saturday 6:00 pm - 6:00 am and every other Wednesday

About the role

• Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver positions in clean, organized, and well-run facilities providing the safest supply chain environment
• Products Being Handled: Recycled Material, Reusable Containers, etc.
• Equipment: Stand up Forklift, RF Scanner
• Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles support distribution across the US

Benefits

• Paid weekly
• Paid training and support to take your next step
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K, etc. — start at 30 days
• Earn PTO starting Month 1 — up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year
• 401 K offers a company match
• Highly valued stock at 15% employee discount
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and more
• Safety gear provided
• Caring leadership prioritizing safety every shift, every role
• Focus on continuous improvement designed for success

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting
• Perform duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract
• Accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products, and loading/unloading of trucks
• Handle day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (e.g., picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.)
• Provide technical and maintenance support for different aspects related to the automated packing system during core shift hours of production
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• 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
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to be a team player and work within a diverse work environment
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
• Able to work within a diverse work environment
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Must be punctual and have a good attendance record
• Performs work independently with minimal supervision
• Possesses a high degree of initiative
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure
• 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
• Must be available to work on a flexible schedule on the various work shifts
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices

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.