Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Employee discounts

Safety gear provided

Stock discount program

State-of-the-art equipment

Job summary

Ryder is hiring Warehouse Associates in Apopka, Florida, with weekly pay and a strong emphasis on safety. The role supports distribution across the US, using state of the art equipment and a positive, veteran-friendly environment.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, and 6+ months of warehouse experience with powered industrial trucks. Candidates may operate various warehouse machinery and must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of related warehouse experience required.
• Powered industrial truck certification required.
• Ability to operate and maintain forklifts, pallet jacks, cherry pickers, etc.
• Ability to read and perform basic mathematics in English.

Responsibilities

• Package, kit and/or assemble orders and materials.
• Load and unload inbound/outbound trailers; ensure scanning is complete.
• Train dock staff on new procedures and maintain facility security.
• Perform picking and packing duties and check for product damage.
• Perform housekeeping and support warehouse operations.

Skills

Forklift operation

Safety compliance

Team collaboration

Data entry

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification

Tools

WMS software

Powered industrial trucks

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is immediately hiring Warehouse Associates in Apopka, Florida.

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

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.

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 every day.

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly

• Hourly Pay: $18.00 per hour

Materials You Will Handle

• Products Being Handled: Consumer Packaged Goods
• Equipment: Stand-up Forklifts, Electric Pallet Jack, High Reach forklifts, Cherry pickers

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 muchmore
• Safety Gear PROVIDED
• Safety is Always the First Priority
• State of the Art Equipment and Caring Leadership

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Six months of related warehouse experience required
• One (1) year or more related warehouse experience preferred
• Learn to operate powered industrial truck(s), such as: stand-up and sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet jacks, etc., including how to operate and maintain (change battery, recognize common mechanical issues) intermediate required
• May be required to operate manual and/or automated other warehouse/manufacturing equipment (such as a packaging line) intermediate preferred
• Powered industrial truck certification
• Ability to read, do basic mathematics in English for the purpose of safety, work instructions, policies, etc
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Ability to input data into the WMS computer system (s) in use
• Work overtime as assigned
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
• Ability to work independently and as member of a team
• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized with excellent time management skills
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices
• Learn to operate powered industrial truck(s), such as: stand-up and sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet jacks, etc., including how to operate and maintain (change battery, recognize common mechanical issues) intermediate required
• May be required to operate manual and/or automated other warehouse/manufacturing equipment (such as a packaging line) intermediate preferred

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

• Package, kit and/or assemble orders and materials.
• Load and unload inbound/outbound trailers. Ensure all scanning is completed correctly. Help train dock employees on new procedures. Ensure facility is secure at end of shift; investigate/resolve scanning issues and housekeeping. Perform picking and packing duties. Check for evidence of product or container damage
• Perform the assigned tasks as described in the location's policies and procedures standards to include handling of materials within associated logical transactions
• Perform material moves with associated physical/logical transactions as required
• Participate in workgroup and other team activities for the purpose of self improvement and improving warehouse operations and related business functions
• Perform housekeeping duties for assigned area
• 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.