Warehouse Material Handler I

Ryder System, Inc.; Morris (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Safety gear provided

Weekly pay

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. is actively hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Material Handler in Morris, Illinois. The role offers a weekly pay rate of $21.75 per hour and a start on comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) with company match.

The candidate will operate sit-down forklifts, handle food products, and work in a safety‑driven supply chain with state-of-the-art equipment. Training is provided, with paths for advancement and employee discounts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year 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 work within a diverse environment.
• Professional relationships across all levels.
• Punctuality with good attendance.
• Ability to work with initiative under supervision.
• Accurate work under pressure.
• Lift/push/pull up to 35 lbs.
• Stand for long periods.
• Flexible schedule across shifts.
• Detail oriented with good follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Load, pick, pack, ship and receive goods.
• Operate forklift and perform cycle counting.
• Ensure accurate picking/packing, audits, tote induction and loading/unloading.
• Handle day-to-day paperwork in warehouse operations (e.g., picking sheets, returns).
• Support automated packing system maintenance during core production hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Team player

Punctuality/attendance

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Ability to lift 35 lbs

Stand for long periods

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift Operator's License

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Warehouse Material Handler in Morris, Illinois

Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly:$21.75 per hour

We want the right Warehouse Associate to join us at Ryder and work in the Safest Supply Chain Environment with State of the Art Equipment

• Products Being Handled: Food Products
• Equipment: Sit-Down Forklift

• Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week
• 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 muchmore
• Safety Gear PROVIDED
• Safety is Always the First Priority
• State of the Art Equipment and Caring Leadership

We want YOU to join our family made up of Proud Women and Men in Supply Chain who work alongside the many Military Reserve and Veterans we hire everyday

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.