Forklift Operator

Ryder System, Inc.; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On the job paid training

Safety is always the first priority

State of the art equipment

Weekly pay

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Lafayette, Indiana is hiring a Warehouse Material Handler. The role offers hourly pay starting at $18.00 with a $0.50 shift premium and weekly pay, supporting automotive parts handling with sit-down forklifts and RF scanners.

Responsibilities include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and cycle counting in a safe environment. Flexibility across shifts and on-the-job training are provided.

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 a member of a team.
• Ability to be a team player and work within a diverse work environment.
• Able to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs.
• Must be punctual and have a good attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Maintain accuracy in picking, packing, auditing, tote induction, staging, and loading/unloading.
• Handle day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (e.g., picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Provide maintenance support for automated packing systems during core production hours.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Safety minded

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

RF Scanner

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is immediately hiring a permanent Warehouse Material Handler in Lafayette, Indiana

Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly

• Hourly Pay: $18.00 per hour
• Shift Premium: $0.50 per hour

We want the right Warehouse Associate to join us at Ryder and work in the Safest Supply Chain Environment with State of the Art Equipment

• Products Being Handled: Automotive parts and items
• Equipment: Sit Down Forklift & RF Scanner

Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US.

• Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week
• On the Job Paid Training
• Safety is Always the First Priority
• State of the Art Equipment and Caring Leadership

We want YOU to join our family made up of Proud Women and Men in Supply Chain who work alongside the many Military Reserve and Veterans we hire everyday

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

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 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
• 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

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.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Performing duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.