Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

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

• Hourly Pay: $21.00 per hour
• Schedule:
  
  Monday-Thursday and Saturday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM;
  Off Friday and Sunday

• Perform warehouse functions, including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Adhere to performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• Accurately pick, pack, audit, tote induction, staging of products and load/unload trucks.
• Handle day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (e.g., picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during core shift hour of production.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• One 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.
• Ability to work within a diverse work environment.
• 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.
• Must be available for a flexible schedule on various shifts.
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

• Weekly pay.
• Paid training and support for career advancement.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) starting at 30 days.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401(k) company match.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics, cell phones, travel.
• Safety gear provided.
• Caring leadership prioritizing safety.
• Focus on continuous improvement.

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, or status as a qualified individual with disability.