Forklift Operator - Weekend Night Shift

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Milton; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package after 30 days

DCPP pension plan

RRSP

DPSP

Employee discount on Ryder stock

Safe work environment

Forbes Best Employers 2025

Job summary

Ryder is seeking a Material Handler I for our Milton, Ontario location. The role involves performing warehouse duties including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting under the supervision of the Logistics Supervisor.

The position offers full-time, permanent work with a wage of 24.13/hour plus a 2/hour shift premium, with Friday to Sunday night shifts. Comprehensive benefits and retirement plans are provided after 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to adapt in a diverse work environment.
• Punctual with good attendance.
• Capable of performing warehouse tasks safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions such as loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Maintain accuracy in picking/packing and handle related paperwork.
• Provide support for the automated packing system during production hours.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

Team player

Attendance

Punctual

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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Job Description

About Ryder

For almost 100 years, Ryder has provided customers around the world with integrated transportation, logistics, and supply chain management solutions that enhance the way they do business. Building and maintaining a fleet takes time, resources, and expertise few companies can spare. At Ryder, we have a long history of investing in our employees and providing a collaborative team-based culture that encourages growth across all levels and positions.

We are a Fortune 500 company with 800+ locations and over 40,000 employees across the US and Canada! Employee satisfaction is part of our culture.

About the Job

Type: Full time / Permanent

Wage: $24.13/hour + $2/hour shift premium

Shifts: Friday - Sunday, 7pm to 7am

Location: Milton, Ontario

Why Ryder?

• Excellent benefits package after 30 days (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Benefits including Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Employee discount of 15% on Ryder stock
• A safe, friendly and respectful work environment
• Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada’s Best Employers in 2025

Summary

Under the responsibility of the Logistics Supervisor, the Material Handler I performs warehouse functions, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.

Essential Functions

• Perform warehouse function, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting
• Performing duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract
• Responsible for the accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products and loading and unloading of trucks
• Responsible of dealing with day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (i.e. picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.)
• Provide technical and maintenance support for different aspects related to the automated packing system during the core shift hour of production

Additional Responsibilities

• Candidate must have basic level knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice requirements, if applicable to site.
• Performing duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• Some locations may require a Motor Vehicles Records (MVR) check as a part of the background screening process to drive a company vehicle as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Ability to be a team player and able to 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