Warehouse Forklift Operator

Warehouse Sit Down Forklift OperatorRyder is immediately hiring a permanent full time warehouse sit down forklift operator in Wilmington, Illinois. Warehouse forklift operator/driver positions pay weekly. Up to $24.00 per hour (including shift differentials).Base pay: $21.00 per hour. 3% increase after 1 year. Additional pay: Shift differentials: $3.00 per hour when working B shift. Schedule: B: Sunday–Tuesday 5:00 pm -4:30 am and Wednesday 5:00 pm–10:45 pm.Ryder warehouse associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment. Products being handled: food products. Equipment: electric sit down forklifts, reach truck, and RF scanners. Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US.All benefits other warehouse distribution facilities offer without the wait! Warehouse positions pay each week. Paid training and support to take your next step. Medical, dental, vision, 401 K etc. start at 30 days. Earn PTO starting month 1. Up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year. 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. Caring leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role. Focus on continuous improvement designed for success.Your drive. Your career. Start driving your future with Ryder today.At Ryder, you will be part of a team-first culture built on respect when joining a community of proud women and men in supply chain, including many military reservists and veterans.EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/VeteranRequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredOne (1) year or more related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferredValid forklift operator's license certifiedStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to work independently and as a member of a teamAbility to be a team player and able to work within a diverse work environmentAbility to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors) Able to work within a diverse work environmentHighly thorough and dependableMust be punctual and have a good attendance recordPerforms work independently with minimal supervisionPossesses a high degree of initiativeDemonstrates a high level of accuracy, even under pressureAbility to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbsAbility to stand for long periods of timeAbility to work using health and safety methodsMust be available to work on a flexible schedule on the various work shiftsDetail oriented with excellent follow-up practicesImportant 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.ResponsibilitiesPerform warehouse function, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and, cycle countingPerforming duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contractResponsible for the accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products and loading and unloading of trucksResponsible 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 productionPerforming duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contractPerforms 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.