Forklift Warehouse Operator 1st Shift

Ryder System, Inc.; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

Paid Training and time off

Employee discounts and stock

Safety gear provided

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring Reach Truck Operators in Charlotte, NC. Earn $20.00 per hour with OT at $30.00.

Schedule typically Mon-Fri, with potential overtime on Saturdays. Join a safety‑minded team in a clean facility supporting HVAC parts distribution across the US. Roles include operating reach trucks and other warehouse equipment, pulling and stacking orders, and maintaining accurate WMS documentation.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of warehouse and powered industrial lift experience.
• Basic reading, math, and English for safety instructions.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and apply WMS order instructions.
• Pull and stage orders accurately for shipping.
• Operate forklift or warehouse machinery.
• Ensure product accountability through proper documentation.

Skills

Warehouse experience

English literacy

Data entry

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

WMS

Forklift / Reach Truck operation

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring Reach Truck Operators in Charlotte, North Carolina - 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
• Overtime Pay $30.00 per hour
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 6:00am - 4:30pm or 6:00am - 2:30pm and frequent overtime assigned on Saturdays with short notice

Ryder Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment

• Products Being Handled: Commercial HVAC parts
• Equipment: Reach Truck, Sit down forklifts

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

• Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week
• Paid Training and support to take your next step
• 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
• Caring Leadership prioritizing safety - every shift, every role.
• Focus on continuous improvement designed for success

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
• Minimum of two years of related warehouse and powered industrial lift experience required
• Ability to read, do basic mathematics, understand and respond to written and verbal instructions in English for the purposes of safety, work instructions, policies, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Ability to input data into computer system
• Work overtime as assigned

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

• Read, interpret, and apply Warehouse Management System (WMS) order instructions
• Recognize and correct potential process errors before actions adversely affect the customer
• Recognize damaged product at any point in the warehousing process and take appropriate action when discovered.
• Pull orders accurately as assigned
• Stage orders according to carrier location and verify: number of pallets picked as well as stage location
• Prepare receiving, storage and shipping documentation retaining product accountability throughout the logistical process
• Be aware of and follow location and work center Safety and Security policies and procedures
• May be required to train others in various warehouse functions, including the safe operation of various powered industrial lift equipmen, perform housekeeping duties and other duties as assigned
• Operate fork-lift equipment or other warehouse machinery

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.

Location (Posting Location) : State/Province NC

Location (Posting Location) : City Charlotte

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 28269

Category Warehousing

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements 0-10%

Position Code 1000444