Forklift Operator & Warehouse Material Handler | Weekly Pay

Ryder System, Inc.; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid training

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K—after 30

Paid Time Off

401K match

Employee discounts

Safety gear provided

Leadership focused on safety

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Dekalb, Illinois is hiring a Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. You will operate stand-up high reach and dock lift equipment in a clean, safe facility and support daily order fulfillment for a diverse set of products, including candy.

This role offers weekly pay, paid training, medical/dental/vision benefits after 30 days, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match. Join a team that values safety, reliability, and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Must be punctual and have a good attendance record.
• Performs work independently with minimal supervision.
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift and perform warehouse duties including 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.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Punctuality

Independence

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Lifting up to 35 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. in Dekalb, Illinois is hiring a Forklift Operator to join our warehouse team. You will operate stand-up high reach and dock lift equipment in a clean, safe facility and support daily order fulfillment for a diverse set of products, including candy.

This role offers weekly pay, paid training, medical/dental/vision benefits after 30 days, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match. Join a team that values safety, reliability, and growth opportunities.