Forklift Operator Warehouse 1st Shift

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Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operator in Morris, Illinois. The first shift runs from 5:30 am to 4:00 pm, Wednesday through Saturday.

Warehouse forklift operators will work in a safe supply‑chain environment using state‑of‑the‑art sit‑down forklifts to handle food products. This is a full‑time, permanent position with weekly pay.

• Hourly Pay: $21.75 per hour
• Schedule:
  
  Wednesday – Saturday
• Hours:
  
  First Shift 5:30 am – 4:00 pm
• On‑the‑Job Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K (start at 30 days)
• Paid Time Off
• 401 K company match
• High‑valued stock with 15% employee discount
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics, cell phones, travel, and more
• Safety gear provided
• First priority for safety
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment and caring leadership

• 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 work within a diverse work environment
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships at all levels of the organization
• 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

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting
• Operate within performance measurement guidelines of the contract
• Accurately pick and pack, audit, tote induction, stage products, and load/unload trucks
• Handle day‑to‑day paperwork in a warehouse environment (e.g., picking sheets, returns, bills of lading)
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during core shift hours of production
• Perform additional 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, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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