Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Ryder System, Inc.; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,929; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is hiring a Forklift Operator in North Aurora, IL. The role focuses on safe material handling, order fulfillment, and warehouse tasks with steady shifts and weekly pay.

You will operate a stand up reach truck, perform picking and packing, and support shipping and receiving processes while maintaining accuracy and safety on the warehouse floor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or preferred.
• Forklift Operator's License valid and current.
• Experience operating forklifts is preferred.
• Ability to communicate clearly and work with a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse duties including loading, picking, packing, shipping and receiving.
• Operate forklift and reach truck to move materials safely.
• Ensure accurate picking, packing and palletizing for shipments.
• Maintain records for shipments and inventory as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Teamwork

Communication

Independence

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift Operator's License

Tools

Reach Truck

Pallet jack

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Forklift Operator in North Aurora, Illinois — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Pay & Schedule

• Hourly Pay $19.00 per hour
• Additional Pay: $0.75 per hour shift differential
• Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Friday 6:00am - 4:30pm

Job Description

Products Being Handled: Packaged Foods

Equipment: Stand up Reach Truck

Benefits

• Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week
• Paid Training and support to take your next step
• 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
• Caring Leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role
• Focus on continuous improvement designed for success

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One 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 to work within a diverse work environment
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization
• 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 various 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
• Responsible for 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
• Perform other duties as assigned

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.

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