Material Handler Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Wilmington (IL); On-site; USD 28,413 - 40,467; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401 K with company match

Paid Time Off

Weekly pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions in Wilmington, Illinois is hiring a Sit Down Forklift Operator. This role offers weekly pay, a strong benefits package, and a chance to grow within a safety-focused supply chain environment.

Base pay starts at $21.00/hr with potential to reach up to $25.00/hr including shift differentials; D shift adds $4.00/hr. Schedule reflects D shift hours. Training and advancement support are provided along with healthcare, 401(k), paid time off and other employee discounts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid Forklift Operator's License required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a diverse environment.
• Dependable with good attendance.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse duties including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation and cycle counting.
• Adhere to performance guidelines and contractual measures.
• Ensure accurate picking/packing, tote induction, staging and loading/unloading of trucks.
• Handle day-to-day warehouse paperwork (picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Support maintenance of automated packing systems during production shifts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

High school diploma or equivalent

Warehouse experience

Forklift license

Communication skills

Team player

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Sit Down Forklift Operator in Wilmington, Illinois — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver Positions Pay Weekly

Up to $25.00 per hour (including shift differentials)

• Base pay: $21.00 per hour


• 3% increase after 1 year


• Additional Pay:


• Shift Differentials: $4.00 per hour when working D shift


• Schedule:


• D: Thursday-Saturday 5:00 pm - 4:30 am, Wednesday 11:00 pm - 4:45 am

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

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


• 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.