Forklift Warehouse Material Handler

Ryder System, Inc.; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

PTO from month 1

Employee stock discount 15%

Employee discounts

Safety gear provided

Stocked safety-first culture

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring a Warehouse Stand up Reach Operator in Dekalb, Illinois. The role focuses on efficient picking, packing, shipping, and pallet handling using a stand-up reach truck.

Ott job emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability. The schedule is a three-and-a-half day week with a shift pattern including weekends and early hours, and the position offers comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year 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 work in a diverse environment.
• Ability to build professional relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Highly thorough and dependable.
• Punctual with good attendance.
• Performs work independently with minimal supervision.
• High initiative and accuracy under pressure.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 35 lbs.
• Stand for long periods.
• Work using health and safety methods.
• Flexible schedule across shifts.
• Detail oriented with strong follow-up.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Stand up Reach Operator in Dekalb, Illinois - offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

• Hourly Pay: $20.30 per hour


• Schedule: Three-and-a-half day workweek!


• A Shift; Sunday - Tuesday 5:15 am to 4:45 pm and Wednesday 5:15 am to 11:15 am

Benefits

• On the Job Paid Training


• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc. Start at 30 Days


• Earn PTO starting Month 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year


• 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

Warehouse Details

• Products Being Handled: Candy


• Equipment Used: Stand-up High Reach and Dock Lift

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

At Ryder, you will be part of a team-first culture built on respect when joining a community of proud women and men in Supply Chain, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.

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.