Forklift Operator - Direct Hire

Ryder System, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(K) with company match

Weekly pay

Sign-on bonus $1,000

Attendance bonuses

PTO from month 1 (up to 80 hours)

Employee discounts and stock options

Safety gear provided

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring a Permanent Stand-Up Forklift Operator in Minster, Ohio. The role focuses on warehouse functions such as loading, packing, shipping, and forklift operation within a clean, safety-first facility.

You will work a 44–55 hour week with a schedule that supports family planning and offers weekly pay, paid training, and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k). A sign-on bonus of $1,000 is paid in installments over the first six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year or more warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid forklift operator license/certification required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving and forklift operation.
• Adhere to performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• Accurately pick/pack, audit, and stage products; load and unload trucks.
• Handle day-to-day warehouse paperwork (prints, returns, bills of lading).
• Support automated packing system during core production hours.

Skills

Forklift operation experience

Strong verbal and written comms

Ability to work independently

Team player

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift Operator's License

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Stand-Up Forklift Operator in Minster, Ohio

Warehouse Forklift Operator / Material Handler Positions Pay Weekly

Up to $26 per hour (including productivity incentives)

• Base pay: $23.00 per hour


• .50 increase after 6 mo and 1 year


• Overtime Pay: $34.50 per hour


• Additional Pay:


• Productivity Incentives: Eligible to earn up to an extra $10/hr


• Monthly attendance bonuses


• Sign-on bonus:


• $1,000 bonus paid in four installments at 30, 60, 90, 180 days


• Daily Pay: Access your pay when you need it!

Build Your Perfect Schedule - You Choose!

• Join our team and take control of your workweek with flexible options on Day shift:


• B: Wed-Sat 4:30am - 4:00 pm OR


• B: Wed-Sat 5:30am - 5:00 pm


• 44-55 hours per week


• 11 hour shift


• 2 month schedule given in advance for family planning

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

• Products Being Handled: Yogurt


• Equipment: Stand-Up Forklifts

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


• Earn PTO starting Month 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year


• 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

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.