Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ryder System, Inc.; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Safety gear provided

Safety-first culture

Modern equipment and leadership

Job summary

Ryder is hiring Temporary Full Time Forklift Operators in Newnan, Georgia. Join a clean, organized, and safe facility that supports a reliable supply chain for foods distribution. Roles include forklift operation, picking, packing, and shipping with reach trucks and electric pallet jacks.

We offer on-the-job training and safety gear, with a team-first culture and opportunities across the US. Weekly pay and a flexible schedule discussion occur during the interview process.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year or more warehouse or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid Forklift Operator's License/certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Able to work in a diverse work environment and maintain relationships.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Strong communication

Team player

Punctual

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift certification

Reach Truck

Electric Pallet Jack

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring Temporary Full Time Forklift Operators in Newnan, Georgia — offering weekly pay and a career you can feel good about.

Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver Positions Pay Weekly

• Hourly Pay:$18.50 per hour
• Additional Shift Pay: $0.50 per hour on 3rd shift
• Schedules Available:
• 3rd shift Sunday - Thursday or Monday - Friday 10:00 pm - 6:00 am
• Schedule to be determined in interview

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

• Products Being Handled: Foods
• Equipment Being Used: Reach Truck and Electric Pallet Jack

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

We have all benefits other Warehouse Distribution Facilities offer WITHOUT the WAIT!

• On the Job Paid Training
• 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 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.

Posted Date 2 days ago (10/20/2026 1:42 PM)

Requisition ID 2026-213671

Location (Posting Location) : State/Province GA

Location (Posting Location) : City Newnan

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 30263

Category Warehousing

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements 0-10%

Position Code 1000879