Forklift Operator & Material Handler - Weekly Pay

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid training

Medical, dental, vision, 401K

PTO from month 1

401K match

Employee discounts

Safety gear provided

Job summary

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Elwood, Illinois, offering weekly pay and a strong benefits package. The role involves warehouse duties including forklift operation, loading, picking, packing, and shipping, with a Monday–Friday schedule and potential overtime as needed.

Qualified applicants typically have a high school diploma or equivalent, forklift license, and 1+ year warehouse experience, plus reliable attendance and good communication skills.

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.
• Ability to be a team player and able to work within a diverse work environment.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Must be punctual and have a good attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions: loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Operate within contract performance measurement guidelines.
• Ensure accurate picking/packing, auditing, tote induction, staging and loading/unloading.
• Handle paperwork in warehouse (picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.).
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during production hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team player

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1+ year warehouse experience

Job description

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Elwood, Illinois, offering weekly pay and a strong benefits package. The role involves warehouse duties including forklift operation, loading, picking, packing, and shipping, with a Monday–Friday schedule and potential overtime as needed.

Qualified applicants typically have a high school diploma or equivalent, forklift license, and 1+ year warehouse experience, plus reliable attendance and good communication skills.