Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Ryder System, Inc.; Jackson (TN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is looking to hire permanent full-time Forklift Operators in Jackson, TN. As part of a dynamic warehouse team, you will operate forklifts to handle food products while enjoying weekly pay, on-the-job training, and comprehensive benefits starting in 30 days. Join us to work in a State of the Art Warehouse with caring leadership in a safe environment.

Benefits

On-the-job paid training

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k starting in 30 days

Paid Time Off

401k with company match

Employee discounts on various items

Safety gear provided

Qualifications

• One year or more of related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid Forklift Operator's License required.
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and forklift operation.
• Responsible for accurate picking and packing and maintaining performance measurement guidelines.
• Deal with daily paperwork in a warehouse environment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Dependability

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sit-down forklift

Job description

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Position Description

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Warehouse Forklift Operators in Jackson, Tennessee

Position Description

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Warehouse Forklift Operators in Jackson, Tennessee

Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly

• Hourly Pay: $17.25 per hour
• Schedule: 6:00 am - 6:00 pm 1st Shift (2-2-3 schedule) rotating weekdays and weekends
  
  

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We want the right Warehouse Employees to join us at Ryder to work with State of the Art Equipment in the Safest Warehouse Environment

• Products Being Handled: Food Products
• Equipment Used: Sit-Down Forklifts
  
  

Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US. Apply here with Ryder today

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

• On the Job Paid Training
• 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
• Safety is Always the First Priority
• State of the Art Equipment and Caring Leadership
  
  

Click Here to See All Ryder Careers:https://jobs.ryder.com/jobs/

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
  
  

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 4 days ago (6/9/2025 4:12 PM)

Requisition 2025-182467

Location (Posting Location) : State/Province TN

Location (Posting Location) : City JACKSON

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 38301

Category Logistics/Distribution/Transportation Management

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements 0-10%

Position Code 1000879

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage

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