Warehouse Material Handler Forklift Operator

Ryder System, Inc.; Spring Hill (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime pay

Paid training

Safety gear provided

Career growth

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Spring Hill, TN is hiring Temporary Sit-Down Forklift Operators. Earn $20.33/hour with overtime up to $30.50/hour, plus $1.25 extra when on the second shift.

Shift is 2nd shift, Mon-Fri, 4:00 pm - 12:30 am. Weekly pay, paid training, safety gear provided, and a focus on safety and continuous improvement. Expect a team-centric environment with opportunities across Ryder's US distribution network.

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 a team member.
• Able to work in a diverse environment.
• Punctuality and good attendance record.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Work within contract performance measurement guidelines.
• Ensure accurate picking/packing, auditing, tote induction, staging, and loading/unloading of trucks.
• Handle day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse setting (e.g., picksheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Provide technical and maintenance support for the automated packing system during core shift hours.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Forklift Operator's License

Team player

Verbal communication

Written communication

Safety-conscious

Ability to lift up to 35 lbs

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Sit Down Forklift

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring Temporary Sit-Down Forklift Operating Material Handlers in Spring Hill, Tennessee — offering weekly pay and a career you can feel good about.

Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver Positions Pay Weekly

• Hourly Pay $20.33 per hour
• Overtime Pay $30.50 per hour
• Additional Pay: $1.25 per hour when assigned to second shift
• Schedule: 2nd Shift Monday - Friday 4:00 pm - 12:30 am

Ryder Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment

• Products Being Handled: Automotive parts and supplies
• Equipment Being Used: Sit Down Forklift, tuggers

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

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

Your drive. Your career. Start driving your future with Ryder today.

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.

Posted Date 1 week ago (9/15/2026 2:41 PM)

Requisition ID 2026-210827

Location (Posting Location) : State/Province TN

Location (Posting Location) : City SPRING HILL

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 37174

Category Warehousing

Employment Type Temporary-Full time

Travel Requirements 0-10%

Position Code 1000879