Warehouse Material Handler Forklift

About the role

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

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

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting
• Perform duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract
• 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 aspects of the automated packing system during the core shift hour of production
• Performs 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 certified
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Team‑player attitude and ability to work within a diverse work environment
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Punctuality and good attendance record
• Performs work independently with minimal supervision
• High degree of initiative
• 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
• Availability for flexible scheduling on various work shifts
• Detail oriented with excellent follow‑up practices

• All benefits other Warehouse Distribution Facilities offer without waiting
• Paid training and support to advance your career
• Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) starting at 30 days
• Paid time off
• 401(k) company match
• High‑valued stock at 15% employee discount
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics, phones, travel, and more
• Safety gear provided
• Caring leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role
• Focus on continuous improvement designed for success

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.