Forklift Operator - Weekly Pay, Benefits & PTO

Ryder System, Inc.; Wilmington (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

401 K with company match

Paid training

Medical, dental, vision benefits

PTO first year up to 80 hours

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring a Sit Down Forklift Operator in Wilmington, Illinois. The role offers weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a safety-focused environment.

Base pay starts at $21.00 per hour with a 3% raise after one year and a $4.00/hour shift differential for the D shift. Schedule includes D: Thu-Sat 5:00 pm–4:30 am and Wed 11:00 pm–4:45 am.

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 team member.
• Ability to thrive in a diverse work environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Adhere to performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• Ensure accurate picking, packing, auditing, tote induction, and loading/unloading of trucks.
• Handle day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse setting (picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Provide maintenance support for automated packing systems during core production hours.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Communication

Detail oriented

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Forklift Operator's License

Tools

RF scanners

Electric sit-down forklift

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring a Sit Down Forklift Operator in Wilmington, Illinois. The role offers weekly pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth within a safety-focused environment.

Base pay starts at $21.00 per hour with a 3% raise after one year and a $4.00/hour shift differential for the D shift. Schedule includes D: Thu-Sat 5:00 pm–4:30 am and Wed 11:00 pm–4:45 am.