Warehouse Forklift Operator

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Ryder is immediately hiring a permanent Warehouse Material Handler in Elwood, Illinois.

Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver Positions Pay Weekly.

• Hourly Pay: $22.50 per hour
• Additional Pay: $1.00 shift premium
• Schedule:
  
  Day Shift Wednesday - Saturday 6:00 am - 4:30 pm

• Warehouse positions pay each week
• On‑the‑job paid training
• 15% employee discount on high‑valued stock
• Discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics, cell phones, travel
• Safety gear provided
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment and caring leadership

• 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 work within a diverse work environment
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships at all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)
• 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 for a flexible schedule on various shifts
• Detail oriented with excellent follow‑up practices

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting
• Operate within performance measurement guidelines of the contract
• Ensure accurate picking, packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products, and loading/unloading of trucks
• Handle day‑to‑day paperwork such as picking sheets, returns, and bills of lading
• Provide technical and maintenance support for the automated packing system during core shift hours of production
• Perform 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, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Location:

Elwood, IL 60421