Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Position

Permanent Full Time Stand Up Forklift Operator – Pleasant Prairie, WI

Hourly Pay: $19.25 per hour
$0.75 pay increase after 6 months of employment

Schedule:

First Shift Monday‑Friday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm

Ryder is hiring a Stand Up Forklift Operator to handle medical supplies in a state‑of‑the‑art warehouse environment. The role includes loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting. You will also provide technical and maintenance support for the automated packing system during peak production hours.

• Perform warehouse functions such as loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Operate and maintain stand‑up forklifts.
• Ensure accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products, and loading/unloading of trucks.
• Handle day‑to‑day paperwork in a warehouse environment (picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.).
• Provide technical and maintenance support for the automated packing system during core shift hours of production.
• Perform other duties as 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, 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 within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors). Able to work within a diverse work environment.
• 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 to work on a flexible schedule on the various work shifts.
• Detail oriented with excellent follow‑up practices.

• Weekly pay.
• On the job paid training.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) – start at 30 days.
• Paid Time Off.
• 401(k) company match.
• High‑valued stock at 15 % employee discount.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics, cell phones, travel, and more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Safety is always the first priority.
• 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 disability.

2 days ago (12/3/2025 9:51 AM)

Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158