Warehouse Material Handler Forklift

Ryder System, Inc.; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Jackson, Tennessee is hiring a Forklift Operator to join a fast-paced warehouse team. The role offers weekly pay, competitive benefits, and opportunities to grow within a national logistics leader.

You will operate forklifts and move product safely, contribute to accuracy in picking, packing, shipping and receiving, and support the automated packing system. A high school diploma, forklift certification, and strong communication are required; schedule is 5:30pm–6:00am with a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year or more warehouse/POWER Industrial Truck experience preferred.
• Valid Forklift Operator's License certification required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Demonstrates reliability, punctuality and attention to safety.

Responsibilities

• Operate forklift for loading, packing, shipping, receiving and cycle counting.
• Follow contract performance guidelines and ensure accuracy in picking and packing.
• Manage paperwork related to warehouse duties (picking sheets, bills of lading, etc.).
• Provide maintenance support for automated packing system during production hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Attention to detail

Punctuality

Independent worker

Flexible schedule

Diversity awareness

Professional relationships

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Forklift certification

Tools

Forklift certification

Job description

Position Description

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

Warehouse Forklift Operator Positions Pay Weekly

• Hourly Pay $17.25 per hour

• Shift Premium: $1.00 per hour

• Schedule: 5:30pm - 6:00am

• Rotating 2-2-3 schedule

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.