Forklift Operator

Sit Down Forklift Operator

Ryder is hiring a Sit Down Forklift Operator in Wilmington, Illinois — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Warehouse Forklift Operator / Driver Positions Pay Weekly

Up to $25.00 per hour (including shift differentials)

Base pay: $21.00 per hour

3% increase after 1 year

Additional Pay:

Shift Differentials: $4.00 per hour when working D shift

Schedule:

D: Thursday-Saturday 5:00 pm - 4:30 am, Wednesday 11:00 pm - 4:45 am

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.

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We have 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/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.