Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Forklift Operator

Ryder is immediately hiring a permanent full time Forklift Operator in Wilmington, Illinois.

Warehouse positions pay weekly.

Hourly pay : $18.50 per hour

Overtime pay : $27.75 per hour

Additional pay : $0.25 pay increase after 90 days and 180 days. $0.50 increase after 1 year. $3.00 per hour productivity bonus on average

Sign-on bonus : $1000 (half paid at 30 days, other half paid at 90 days)

Schedule : A shift - Sunday through Tuesday from 5 : 00 am - 4 : 30 pm and Wednesdays from 5 : 00 am - 10 : 45 am

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 : Food products

Equipment : Electric Sit-Down Forklifts and RF scanners

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 that save you money on 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

We want you to join our family made up of proud women and men in supply chain who work alongside the many military reserve and veterans we hire every day.

EEO / AA / Female / Minority / Disabled / Veteran

Requirements

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 able to work within a diverse work environment

Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)

Able to work within a diverse work environment

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

Important note : 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.

Responsibilities

Perform warehouse function, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting

Performing duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract

Responsible for the accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products and loading and unloading of trucks

Responsible of dealing with day to day paperwork in a warehouse environment (i.e. picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.)

Provide technical and maintenance support for different aspects related to the automated packing system during the core shift hour of production

Performing duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract

Performs other duties as 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, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.