Warehouse Forklift Operator Material Handler

Ryder System, Inc.; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 49,442,064 - 66,896,256; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Medical benefits

PTO

401K match

Stock discount

Employee discounts

Safety gear

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Dekalb, Illinois is seeking a Material Handler to operate in a clean, organized warehouse and support efficient supply chain operations.

The role offers weekly pay, benefits starting at 30 days, and a strong focus on safety in a team‑oriented environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year or more warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid Forklift Operator's License.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule on various shifts.
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices.
• Punctual and good attendance record.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Attendance reliability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Dekalb, Illinois — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Compensation and Schedule

• Hourly Pay: $20.30 per hour
• Schedule: Three-and-a-half day workweek; shift: Sunday – Tuesday 5:15 am to 4:45 pm and Wednesday 5:15 am to 11:15 am

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

Products and Equipment

• Products Being Handled: Candy
• Equipment Used: Stand‑up High Reach and Dock Lift

Benefits

• On the Job Paid Training
• 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 more
• Safety gear provided
• Safety is always the first priority
• State of the art equipment and caring leadership

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 part of a team
• Ability to be a team player and 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
• Perform 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
• Deal with day‑to‑day paperwork in a warehouse environment (e.g., 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
• 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.