About the position
Ryder is seeking dedicated and skilled Warehouse Forklift Operators for permanent full-time positions in Dekalb, IL. This role offers competitive hourly pay starting at $20.30, with opportunities for overtime at $30.45 per hour. Additional pay incentives are available for those working on B Shift and E Shift, with rates of $2.00 and $2.50 per hour respectively. The B Shift schedule includes Wednesday from 11:15 am to 5:15 pm and Thursday to Saturday from 5:15 am to 4:45 pm, while the E Shift runs Wednesday from 11:15 pm to 5:15 am and Thursday to Saturday from 5:15 pm to 4:45 am. At Ryder, we prioritize safety and efficiency, providing our employees with state-of-the-art equipment and a supportive work environment. Our warehouse employees handle a variety of products, including candy, and utilize equipment such as stand-up high reach forklifts and dock lifts. We are committed to offering all the benefits typically associated with warehouse distribution facilities without the wait, including on-the-job paid training, medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with company matching after just 30 days of employment. Additionally, employees enjoy paid time off, high-value stock options, and discounts on a wide range of products and services. We are proud to foster a diverse workforce, including many military reserves and veterans, and we are committed to creating a workplace that values equality and inclusion. Our leadership is dedicated to ensuring a safe and productive environment for all employees, and we encourage individuals who are detail-oriented, dependable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team to apply.
Responsibilities
- Perform warehouse functions, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
- Perform 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.
- Handle 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.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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).
- 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.
Benefits
- On the Job Paid Training
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401 K with company match
- Paid Time Off
- High Valued Stock at 15%
- Employee Discounts on Tools, Cars, Hotels, Electronics/Appliances, Cell Phones, Travel, and more
- Safety Gear Provided
