Forklift Operator / Material Handler — 3.5 Day Week

Ryder System, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 23,419 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On‑the‑job paid training

Medical, dental, vision

401K with company match starting after

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Safety gear provided

State‑of‑the‑art equipment

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Dekalb, Illinois, is seeking a Material Handler to perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting. The role offers weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, on‑the‑job training, and opportunities to work with state‑of‑the‑art equipment.

A valid forklift operator's license and high school diploma are preferred. Candidates should have good communication, teamwork, reliability, and the ability to work

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least one year of related warehouse experience preferred.
• Valid Forklift Operator’s License.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Adhere to performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• Accurately pick and pack, audit tote induction, stage products, load and unload trucks.
• Manage day‑to‑day paperwork such as picking sheets, returns, bills of lading.
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during core shift hours.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team player

Attention to detail

Strong attendance

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. in Dekalb, Illinois, is seeking a Material Handler to perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting. The role offers weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, on‑the‑job training, and opportunities to work with state‑of‑the‑art equipment.

A valid forklift operator's license and high school diploma are preferred. Candidates should have good communication, teamwork, reliability, and the ability to work