Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Overview

Join Ryder System, Inc. as a Permanent Full‑Time Stand‑Up Forklift Operator in Sturtevant, Wisconsin. Immediate hiring.

First Shift Monday‑Friday 6:00 am – 2:30 pm. Hourly pay $19.25 per hour. $0.75 raise after 6 months.

Weekly pay. On‑the‑Job training. Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K match. Paid time off. Employee discount 15 % on stock. Safety gear provided.

• 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.
• 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 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.

• Perform warehouse functions, including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Responsible for accurate picking, packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products, and loading/unloading of trucks.
• Handle day‑to‑day paperwork such as picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing system during core shift production hour.
• Perform duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Ryder is proud to be an eEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran. 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 disability.

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.