Warehouse Forklift Operator

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Material Handler in Chicago, IL — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

• Hourly Pay: $20.00 per hour
• Overtime Pay: $0.00 per hour
• Additional Pay: $1.00 per hour when assigned to second shift
• Schedule:
  
  Second Shift, Monday - Friday 3:30 p.m.
  
  - 12:00 a.m.

Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver positions support distribution across the United States. The role involves handling pallets of paper bags, operating an Electric Crown Sit Down Forklift, and working in a clean, organized, and well‑run facility.

• Perform warehouse functions, including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, cycle counting, and documenting paperwork.
• Maintain accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products, and loading/unloading of trucks.
• Follow performance measurement guidelines of the contract and assist with technical and maintenance support for the automated packing system during core shift hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or background and badging requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

• 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.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a diverse work environment.
• Highly thorough, dependable, punctual, and with a good attendance record.
• Demonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressure.
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs, stand for long periods, and work using health and safety methods.
• Flexibility to work on various shifts.
• Detail oriented with excellent follow‑up practices.

• Weekly pay.
• Paid training and support.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) (match), and other benefits starting at 30 days.
• Paid Time Off.
• High‑valued stock employee discount (15%).
• Discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics, cell phones, travel, and more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Caring leadership prioritizing safety for every shift and role.

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran.

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, or status as a qualified individual with disability.