Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Ryder System, Inc.; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid training

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K start at

Paid Time Off

401K company match

Employee discounts

Safety gear provided

Leadership prioritizing safety

Continuous improvement

Job summary

Ryder is hiring Stand-Up Forklift Operators in Columbia, South Carolina, offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver Positions Pay Weekly with base pay of $19.66/hour ($17.50/hr until 8/30), overtime $26.25/hr, and $4.00/hr extra on weekend days. Schedule is 6:00am–6:00pm, 2 days on/2 off, 3 on, with 36/48 hours alternating; some weekends may be 3 days off.

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.
• Team player in diverse environment.
• Punctual with good attendance.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 35 lbs.
• Able to stand long periods.
• Flexible schedule across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions: loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, cycle counting.
• Adhere to performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• Accurate picking/packing, auditing, tote induction, staging, loading/unloading.
• Handle day-to-day paperwork (picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Provide maintenance support for automated packing system during core shift hours.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

High school diploma

Warehouse experience

Forklift license

Communication skills

Teamwork

Punctuality

Attendance

Initiative

Accuracy under pressure

Health and safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring Stand-Up Forklift Operators in Columbia, South Carolina — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver Positions Pay Weekly

• Hourly Pay: $19.66 per hour effective 8/30 (17.50/hour until 8/30)
• Overtime Pay: $26.25 per hour
• Additional Pay: $4.00 per hour extra, when working a weekend day
• Schedule: First Shift 6:00am to 6:00pm. 2 days on, 2 days off, and 3 days on. 36 hours one week and 48 the next, in continuous cycle - every other weekend will be a 3 day weekend off.

Ryder Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment.

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

We have all benefits other Warehouse Distribution Facilities offer WITHOUT the WAIT!

• Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week
• Paid Training and support to take your next step
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc. Start at 30 Days
• Paid Time Off
• 401 K offers a company match
• HIGH VALUED Stock at 15 % Employee Discount
• Employee Discounts that save you money on Tools, Cars, Hotels, Electronics/Appliances, Cell Phones, Travel, and muchmore
• Safety Gear PROVIDED
• Caring Leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role.
• Focus on continuous improvement designed for success

Your drive. Your career. Start driving your future with Ryder today.

At Ryder, you will be part of a team-first culture built on respect when joining a community of proud women and men in Supply Chain, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.

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.

Posted Date: 3 days ago (8/18/2026 4:07 PM)

Requisition ID: 2026-208563

Location (Posting Location) : State/Province SC

Location (Posting Location) : City Columbia

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 29209

Category: Warehousing

Employment Type: Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements: 0-10%

Position Code: 1000879