Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Position Description

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Warehouse Associate in Taunton, Massachusetts

Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week

• Hourly Pay: $20.00 per hour

• Overtime Pay: $30.00 per hour

• Schedule: First Shift Monday-Friday 6:00 am - 2:30 pm

Hear about us from a Ryder Supply Chain Warehouse Employee Here:

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: Furniture

• Equipment Being Used: Electric Pallet Jack, order picker, clamp and forklift, RF Scanner

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!

• 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

Your drive. Your career. Start driving your future with Ryder today. Click Here to See All Ryder Careers:

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 everyday

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

• Six months of related warehouse experience required

• One (1) year or more related warehouse experience preferred

• Learn to operate powered industrial truck(s), such as: stand-up and sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet jacks, etc., including how to operate and maintain (change battery, recognize common mechanical issues) intermediate required

• May be required to operate manual and/or automated otherwarehouse/manufacturingequipment (such as a packaging line) intermediate preferred

• Powered industrial truck certification

• Ability to read, do basic mathematics in English for the purpose of safety, work instructions, policies, etc

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted

• Ability to input data into the WMS computer system (s) in use

• Work overtime as assigned

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

• Ability to work independently and as member of a team

• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment

• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized with excellent time management skills

• Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices

• Learn to operate powered industrial truck(s), such as: stand-up and sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet jacks, etc., including how to operate and maintain (change battery, recognize common mechanical issues) intermediate required

• May be required to operate manual and/or automated otherwarehouse/manufacturingequipment (such as a packaging line) intermediate preferred

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

• Package, kit and/or assemble orders and materials.

• Load and unload inbound/outbound trailers. Ensure all scanning is completed correctly. Help train dock employees on new procedures. Ensure facility is secure at end of shift; investigate/resolve scanning issues and housekeeping. Perform picking and packing duties. Check for evidence of product or container damage

• Perform the assigned tasks as described in the location's policies and procedures standards to include handling of materials within associated logical transactions

• Perform material moves with associated physical/logical transactions as required

• Participate in workgroup and other team activities for the purpose of self improvement and improving warehouse operations and related business functions

• Perform housekeeping duties for assigned area

• 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.

Posted Date 2 days ago (5/26/2026 3:00 PM)

Requisition ID View phone number on click.appcast.io

Location (Posting Location) : State/Province MA

Location (Posting Location) : City TAUNTON

Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 02780

Category Warehousing

Employment Type Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements 0-10%

Position Code 1000941