Forklift Warehouse Material Handler, 1st Shift

Ryder System; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid training

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

PTO from month 1

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring a Material Handler in Elwood, Illinois. The role involves forklift operation in a clean facility with a focus on safety and efficiency. Weekly pay, paid training, and comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.

Responsibilities include picking, packing, shipping/receiving, and cycle counting, plus documentation and operational support for automated packing systems. Flexibility for various shifts is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year warehouse/power equipment experience preferred.
• Valid Forklift Operator's License (certified).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attendance and reliability.
• Able to lift/push/pull up to 35 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Maintain accuracy in picking/packing, auditing, tote induction, staging, and load/unload of trucks.
• Handle day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Provide maintenance support for automated packing system during core production hours.
• Fulfill other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Punctuality

Independent worker

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation (certified)

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring a Material Handler in Elwood, Illinois. The role involves forklift operation in a clean facility with a focus on safety and efficiency. Weekly pay, paid training, and comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.

Responsibilities include picking, packing, shipping/receiving, and cycle counting, plus documentation and operational support for automated packing systems. Flexibility for various shifts is required.