Forklift Operator

Position Description

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

• Hourly Pay: $20.30 per hour
• Schedule:
  • B Shift Wednesday 11:15 AM - 5:15 PM
  • Thursday - Saturday 5:15 AM - 4:45 PM

• Warehouse positions pay each week
• Paid training and support to take your next step
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) starting 30 days
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) match
• Stock options at 15% employee discount
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics, cell phones, travel, and more
• Safety gear provided
• Leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role
• Continuous improvement focus for success

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One 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 part of a team
• Ability to be a team player and work within a diverse environment
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships at all levels of the organization
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Must be punctual with 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 flexible schedules across all shifts
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices

• Perform warehouse functions, including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting
• Perform duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract
• Accurately pick, pack, audit, and stage products and load/unload trucks
• Handle day‑to‑day paperwork: picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing system during core shift hour of production
• Perform other duties as assigned

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a 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, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected class.

Important Note:

Some positions require additional screening, including employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer assigned.