Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ryder System, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

On the job paid training

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) start

Paid time off

401(k) company match

Stock discount 15%

Safety gear provided

Safety first

State of the art equipment

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Charlotte, North Carolina is hiring Warehouse Forklift Operators to join a safety‑driven team. The role offers weekly pay, benefits, and state‑of‑the‑art equipment.

You will operate reach trucks and sit‑down forklifts, follow WMS instructions, and perform order picking, staging, and documentation. The schedule is Monday–Friday with overtime and potential weekend shifts. On‑the‑job training provided; benefits start at 30 days; EEO/AA employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of two years of related warehouse and powered industrial lift experience.
• Ability to read and respond to written and verbal instructions in English for safety and work instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to input data into computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret, and apply WMS order instructions.
• Recognize and correct potential process errors before they affect the customer.
• Recognize damaged product and take appropriate action.
• Pull orders accurately as assigned.
• Stage orders and verify pallet counts and locations.
• Prepare receiving, storage, and shipping documentation with product accountability.
• Follow safety policies and procedures; train others as needed.
• Operate forklift equipment or other warehouse machinery.

Skills

Reading & basic math

English comprehension

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Reach Truck

Sit-down forklifts

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
• Shift Premium: $1.00 per hour
• Schedule: Monday-Friday 4:30pm - 3:00am or 2:30pm-11:00pm and frequent overtime assigned on Saturdays with short notice

We want the right Warehouse Associate to join us at Ryder and work in the Safest Supply Chain Environment with State of the Art Equipment

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

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

Benefits and Perks

• Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week
• 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 much more
• Safety Gear PROVIDED
• Safety is Always the First Priority
• State of the Art Equipment and Caring Leadership

We want YOU to join our family made up of Proud Women and Men in Supply Chain who work alongside the many Military Reserve and Veterans we hire everyday

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.