Warehouse Forklift Operator

Position Summary

Full‑time permanent Forklift Operator / Material Handler at Ryder, Spring Hill, Tennessee.

Hourly Pay: $20.33 per hour;
Overtime Pay: $30.50 per hour;
Additional Pay: $1.25 per hour when assigned to second shift.

Schedule:

2nd Shift Monday – Friday 4:00 pm – 12:30 am.

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Carry out duties according to 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 (e.g., picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during the core shift hour of production.
• Perform additional 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 part of a team.
• Ability to work within a diverse work environment.
• Highly thorough, dependable, punctual, and dependable with good attendance.
• Ability to perform work with minimal supervision, demonstrate initiative, accuracy, and maintain high level of precision under pressure.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Use health and safety methods.
• Available to work flexibly across various shifts.
• Detail oriented with excellent follow‑up practices.

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

• Pay each week.
• On‑the‑job paid training.
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) benefits starting at 30 days.
• Paid Time Off.
• Company match on 401(k).
• Employee discount of 15% on stock and on tools, cars, hotels, electronics, appliances, cell phones, and travel.
• Safety gear provided.
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment and caring leadership.

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.