Warehouse Forklift Operator: Full-Time with Weekly Pay & Benefits

Ryder System, Inc.; Wilmington (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Paid training

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Employee discounts

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Wilmington, Illinois is hiring a permanent full-time Warehouse Sit Down Forklift Operator.

The role involves operating electric sit-down forklifts, handling food products, and supporting safe, efficient distribution operations. Pay includes base and shift differentials up to $24.00 per hour, with weekly pay, paid training, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and other benefits starting after 30 days.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year or more related warehouse experience preferred.
• Valid Forklift Operator's License certified.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Maintain accuracy in picking, packing, and shipments per contract performance guidelines.
• Handle day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Provide maintenance support for automated packing systems during production hours.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift operation

Team player

Attention to detail

Safety minded

Punctuality

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift Operator's License

Job description

Ryder System, Inc. in Wilmington, Illinois is hiring a permanent full-time Warehouse Sit Down Forklift Operator.

The role involves operating electric sit-down forklifts, handling food products, and supporting safe, efficient distribution operations. Pay includes base and shift differentials up to $24.00 per hour, with weekly pay, paid training, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and other benefits starting after 30 days.