Warehouse Material Handler Forklift

Ryder; DeKalb (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Warehouse Stand-Up Forklift Operator in DeKalb, Illinois. This permanent full-time position offers competitive hourly pay and the opportunity to work with state-of-the-art equipment in a safe warehouse environment. You will be responsible for various warehouse functions, including loading, picking, and packing, while ensuring accuracy and efficiency. With a strong emphasis on safety and teamwork, this role provides on-the-job training and comprehensive benefits starting at 30 days. If you are detail-oriented, dependable, and ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

On the Job Paid Training

Medical, Dental, Vision

401 K with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee Discounts

Safety Gear Provided

Qualifications

• 1+ year of warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid Forklift Operator's License is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, and shipping.
• Responsible for accurate picking, packing, and auditing of products.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Punctuality

Initiative

Health and Safety Methods

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Stand-up High Reach Forklift

Dock Lift

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Warehouse Stand-Up Forklift Operators in Dekalb, Illinois.

Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly:

• Hourly Pay: $20.30 per hour
• Overtime Pay: $30.45 per hour
• Additional Pay:
  • $2.00 per hour D Shift
  • $2.50 per hour for E Shift
• Schedules:
  • D Shift: Sunday - Tuesday 5:15 pm to 4:45 am & Wednesday 5:15 pm to 11:15 pm
  • E Shift: Wednesdays from 11:15 pm to 5:15 am & Thursday through Saturday from 5:15 pm to 4:45 am

We want the right Warehouse Employees to join us at Ryder to work with State of the Art Equipment in the Safest Warehouse Environment:

• Products Being Handled: Candy
• Equipment Used: Stand-up High Reach and Dock Lift

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

• 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

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 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 the various work shifts
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• 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.
• 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.