1st Shift Warehouse Material Handler - Forklift

Ryder System; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 22,041 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Safety gear provided

State‑of‑the‑art equipment

Caring leadership

Job summary

Ryder System in Bolingbrook, IL is hiring a Warehouse Material Handler for a full-time, first-shift role. The position pays $19.00 per hour with weekly payroll, and requires forklift certification, a HS diploma or equivalent, and warehouse experience.

Expect duties including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and cycle counting with opportunities to support automated packing systems. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• One 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 part of a team.
• Ability to work within a diverse work environment.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Must be punctual and maintain a good attendance record.
• Perform work independently with minimal supervision.
• Possess a high degree of initiative and accuracy, even under pressure.
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35lbs.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to work using health and safety methods.
• Must be available for a flexible schedule and various work shifts.
• Detail oriented with excellent follow‑up practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions, including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Execute duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• Ensure accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products, and truck loading/unloading.
• Manage day‑to‑day paperwork in a warehouse environment (e.g., picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during core shift hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Punctuality

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift Operator’s License

Job description

Ryder System in Bolingbrook, IL is hiring a Warehouse Material Handler for a full-time, first-shift role. The position pays $19.00 per hour with weekly payroll, and requires forklift certification, a HS diploma or equivalent, and warehouse experience.

Expect duties including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and cycle counting with opportunities to support automated packing systems. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a