Forklift Operator Warehouse

Material Handler – Temporary to Permanent (Full Time)

Location: Joliet, Illinois

Compensation:

• Hourly Pay: $21.00 per hour
• Overtime Pay: $31.50 per hour
• Schedule:
  
  First Shift Monday – Friday 6:00am – 2:30pm

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of two years of related warehouse and powered industrial lift experience required
• Ability to read, do basic mathematics, understand and respond to written and verbal instructions in English for the purposes of safety, work instructions, policies, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Ability to input data into computer system
• Work overtime as assigned

Responsibilities:

• Read, interpret, and apply Warehouse Management System (WMS) order instructions
• Recognize and correct potential process errors before actions adversely affect the customer
• Recognize damaged product at any point in the warehousing process and take appropriate action when discovered
• Pull orders accurately as assigned
• Stage orders according to carrier location and verify number of pallets picked as well as stage location
• Prepare receiving, storage and shipping documentation retaining product accountability throughout the logistical process
• Be aware of and follow location and work center Safety & Security policies and procedures
• May be required to train others in various warehouse functions, including the safe operation of powered industrial lift equipment, perform housekeeping duties and other duties as assigned
• Operate forklift equipment or other warehouse machinery

Benefits:

• Weekly pay for warehouse positions
• On-the-job paid training
• Safety gear provided
• Strong focus on safety
• State-of-the-art equipment and caring leadership

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 a disability.

Please note that some positions may require additional screening—including employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check, road test, and/or badging or background requirements of the customer you are assigned to.