Forklift Operator

Position Description

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Sit Down Forklift Operator in Wilmington, Illinois.

Up to $25.00 per hour (including shift differentials).

• Base pay: $21.00 per hour
• 3% increase after 1 year
• Overtime Pay: $31.50 per hour
• Shift Differentials:
  Up to $4 per hour depending on shift

• A:
  Sun‑Tues 5a–4:30p and Wed 5a–10:45a
• B:
  Sun–Tues 5p-4:30a and Wed 5p–10:45p
• C:
  Wed 11a-4:45p and Thur‑Sat 5a-4:30p
• D:
  Wed 11p–4:45a and Thur‑Sat 5p–4:30a

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Operate within performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• Accurately pick, pack, and quote, audit, tote induction, staging of products and load/unload trucks.
• Manage day‑to‑day paperwork such as picking sheets, returns, and bills of lading.
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during core shift production hours.
• 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 certification.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to work within a diverse environment and create professional relationships across all levels.
• Highly thorough, dependable, punctual, and with a good attendance record.
• Proactive with high initiative and accuracy, even under pressure.
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods.
• Familiar with health and safety methods.
• Available to work on a flexible schedule across various shifts.
• Detail oriented with excellent follow‑up practices.

• Weekly pay.
• On‑the‑job paid training.
• Medical, dental, vision, 401 K and other benefits 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, appliances, cell phones, travel.
• Safety gear provided.
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment and caring leadership.

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 assigned.

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, other protected characteristics, or disability status.