Warehouse Forklift Operator

Position Description

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Material Handler in Rochelle, Illinois. Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver Positions Pay Weekly.

• Hourly Pay: $20.50 per hour
• Additional Pay: $0.75 per hour for nights worked
• Schedule:
  
  Second Shift, Monday to Friday from 5:30 pm – 4:00 am with one day off through the week and weekends off unless mandated.

Apply Here with Ryder Today.  to see and hear it from a Ryder Supply Chain Employee. We want the right Warehouse Associate to join us at Ryder and work in the safest supply chain environment with state of the art equipment.

• Products being handled:
  Dry, shelf-stable foods such as canned cheese, broths, granola, etc.
• Equipment:
  Electric pallet jacks and sit down forklifts.

Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US. Apply here with Ryder today. We have all benefits other warehouse distribution facilities offer without the wait!

• Warehouse positions pay each week.
• On the job paid training.
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), etc. start at 30 days.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) offers a company match.
• High valued stock at 15% employee discount.
• Employee discounts: tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and much more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Safety is always the first priority.
• 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.
• 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 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 various work shifts.
• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

• Perform warehouse functions, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Perform duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• Responsible for accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products and loading/unloading of trucks.
• Manage day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.).
• Provide technical and maintenance support for different aspects related to the automated packing system during core shift hour of production.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Important Note:

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check; road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are 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, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.