Forklift Operator Material Handler

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Milton (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 49,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Safety gear provided

Career advancement support

Job summary

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions in Milton, PA is seeking a Permanent Full-Time Warehouse Forklift Operator. Responsibilities include packing, loading/unloading trailers, and operating powered industrial trucks on a fast-paced warehouse floor.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, 6 months of warehouse experience (1 year preferred), and PIT certification. Overtime and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of related warehouse experience required (one year preferred).
• Powered industrial truck certification/ PIT certification.
• Ability to read basic English for safety and work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Package, kit, and/or assemble orders and materials.
• Load and unload inbound/outbound trailers; ensure scanning is completed correctly.
• Help train dock employees on new procedures.
• Ensure facility is secure at end of shift; investigate scanning issues and housekeeping.
• Perform picking and packing duties; check for damage.
• Perform material moves with related transactions.
• Participate in team activities for continuous warehouse improvement.
• Perform housekeeping duties for assigned area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sit-down forklift

Stand-up forklift

Pallet jacks

WMS system

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring for a Permanent Full-Time Warehouse Forklift Operator in Milton, Pennsylvania.

Schedules After Training Period

• 1st Shift – Mon-Fri 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM with weekend work as required – $23.87 start
• 2nd Shift – Mon‑Fri 3:30 PM–11:30 PM with weekend work as required – $23.87 start (plus $1.00 after shift)
• 3rd Shift – Mon‑Fri 11:30 PM – 7:30 AM with weekend work as required – $23.87 start (plus $1.25 after shift)

Benefits

• Warehouse positions pay each week
• Paid training and support to advance your career
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K, etc., start after 30 days
• Paid time off
• 401 K company match
• 15 % employee discount on stock
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics, cell phones, travel, and more
• Safety gear provided
• Leadership prioritizing safety on every shift
• Focus on continuous improvement designed for success

Warehouse Details

• Products handled: food
• Equipment used: hand dolly, sit‑down forklift, stand‑up walkie‑rider, case picking

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Six months of related warehouse experience required (one year or more preferred)
• Proficiency in operating powered industrial trucks (stand‑up and sit‑down forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet jacks) and maintaining them (battery change, diagnostics)
• May be required to operate manual or automated equipment (e.g., packaging line)
• Powered industrial truck certification
• Ability to read, do basic math in English for safety, work instructions, policies, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted
• Ability to input data into the WMS computer system(s) in use
• Work overtime as assigned
• Ability to build professional relationships at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Flexibility to operate and self‑drive in a fast‑paced environment
• Capable of multitasking, highly organized with excellent time‑management skills
• Detail‑oriented with excellent follow‑up practices

Responsibilities

• Package, kit, and/or assemble orders and materials.
• Load and unload inbound/outbound trailers, ensuring all scanning is completed correctly.
• Help train dock employees on new procedures.
• Ensure facility is secure at end of shift; investigate and resolve scanning issues and housekeeping.
• Perform picking and packing duties, checking for evidence of product or container damage.
• Perform assigned tasks per location’s policies, procedures, and standards, including handling of materials within associated logical transactions.
• Perform material moves with associated physical/logical transactions as required.
• Participate in workgroup and other team activities for continuous improvement of warehouse operations and related business functions.
• Perform housekeeping duties for assigned area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a 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, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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