Night-Shift Forklift Operator — Up to $24/hr + Benefits

Ryder System, Inc.; Wilmington (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with match

PTO up to 80 hours first year

Employee discounts and stock benefit

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Wilmington, Illinois is hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Sit Down Forklift Operator. The role involves operating electric sit-down forklifts, stacking and moving food products across a fast‑paced warehouse.

Weekly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered, with training provided to support career progression. Base pay starts at $21.00/hr with a $3.00 shift differential for B shift and a 3% raise after one year.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year related warehouse or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid Forklift Operator license/certification required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a diverse environment.
• Punctual with good attendance.
• Detail oriented with accuracy under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse duties: loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, cycle counting.
• Adhere to contract performance measurement guidelines.
• Accurate picking/packing, auditing, tote induction, staging and loading/unloading trucks.
• Handle day-to-day paperwork (picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Support automated packing system maintenance during core shifts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Team player

Punctuality

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electric sit-down forklifts

Reach truck

RF scanners

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. in Wilmington, Illinois is hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Sit Down Forklift Operator. The role involves operating electric sit-down forklifts, stacking and moving food products across a fast‑paced warehouse.

Weekly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered, with training provided to support career progression. Base pay starts at $21.00/hr with a $3.00 shift differential for B shift and a 3% raise after one year.