Forklift Operator Warehouse

Ryder System, Inc.; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Weekly pay

Company discounts

Safety gear provided

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring Warehouse Forklift Operators in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role offers weekly pay, benefits, and a path toward a stable logistics career. Positions require forklift certification, reliability, and the ability to work a 2nd shift with overtime opportunities.

You will operate sit-down forklifts, assist with loading/unloading, and maintain accurate warehouse records. Ryder emphasizes safety and equal opportunity in a dynamic supply chain environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year or more related warehouse experience preferred.
• Valid Forklift Operator's License certified.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.

Responsibilities

• Load, pick, pack, ship, receive, forklift operation and cycle counting.
• Maintain accuracy in picking, packing and staging of products.
• Handle day-to-day paperwork in warehouse operations (picking sheets, BOLs, returns).
• Provide maintenance support for automated packing systems during shift hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Punctual and good attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift Operator's License

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring Forklift Operators in Cedar Rapids, Iowa — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver Positions Pay Weekly

• Hourly Pay $20.00 per hour
• Additional Pay $2.00 per hour
• Schedule: 2nd Shift - 4 days per week 4:45 pm - 3:15 am (Scheduled 4 days a week, can come in 2 of the 3 additional days to get additional overtime)

Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US.

We want the right Warehouse Associate to join us at Ryder and work in the Safest Supply Chain Environment with State of the Art Equipment.

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

• Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week
• 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

Your drive. Your career. Start driving your future with Ryder today.

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

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.