Forklift Warehouse Operator
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onTaten Street, Jackson, Madison County, West Tennessee, Tennessee, 38301, United States
About Ryder
Ryder is a family of proud women and men in supply chain, including many military reserve and veterans. We are committed to providing a career you can feel good about, working alongside caring leadership in a safe environment. Our team supports distribution across the US, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment to handle food products efficiently.
About the Role
We are seeking Material Handlers to join our team in Jackson, Tennessee. In this role, you will operate sit-down forklifts within a safe warehouse environment dedicated to food product handling. You will perform essential warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, and cycle counting. The position involves managing daily paperwork such as picking sheets, returns, and bills of lading, as well as providing technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems during core production hours.
The Schedule
This is a night shift position operating on a rotating 2-2-3 schedule. Hours run from 6:00 PM to 6:00 AM, covering both weekdays and weekends.
Why Join Us?
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that starts within 30 days, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) with a company match. Employees enjoy paid time off, on-the-job paid training, and provided safety gear. We also offer a high-value 15% employee discount on tools, cars, hotels, electronics, and more.
Hiring Process
To apply, please visit the Ryder careers portal. We encourage you to click the link to hear directly from a current Ryder Supply Chain Employee about their experience. Please note that some positions may require additional screening, including employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks, road tests, or specific background requirements based on customer assignments.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and a 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.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Taten Street, Jackson, Madison County, West Tennessee, Tennessee, 38301, United States
Jackson, Tennessee
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems
- check_circleConduct cycle counting and audit tote induction and staging processes
- check_circleManage daily paperwork including picking sheets, returns, and bills of lading
- check_circleOperate sit-down forklifts to move food products within the warehouse
- check_circlePerform loading, unloading, picking, packing, and shipping of goods
- check_circleEnsure accurate product handling while adhering to safety and performance guidelines
Requirements
- verifiedHigh school diploma or equivalent preferred
- verifiedOne (1) year or more related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred
- verifiedValid Forklift Operator's License certified
Nice to Have
High school diploma or equivalent. One (1) year or more related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, and Vision insurance starting at 30 dayscheck_circle401(k) retirement plan with company matchcheck_circlePaid Time Off (PTO)check_circleOn-the-job paid training15% employee discount on high-valued stock
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Forklift Operation, Powered Industrial Truck, Forklift Operator's License, Health And Safety Methods.
Education: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Forklift Warehouse Operator at Ryder System, Inc.
What does a Forklift Warehouse Operator at Ryder System, Inc. do?expand_more
A Forklift Warehouse Operator at Ryder System, Inc. is responsible for the following: Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing systems; Conduct cycle counting and audit tote induction and staging processes; Manage daily paperwork including picking sheets, returns, and bills of lading; and Operate sit-down forklifts to move food products within the warehouse.
What are the requirements for this Forklift Warehouse Operator role?expand_more
To qualify for the Forklift Warehouse Operator at Ryder System, Inc. position, applicants should have: High school diploma or equivalent preferred; One (1) year or more related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred; and Valid Forklift Operator's License certified.
Where is the Forklift Warehouse Operator role at Ryder System, Inc. located?expand_more
Forklift Warehouse Operator at Ryder System, Inc. is based in Taten Street, Jackson, Madison County, West Tennessee, Tennessee, 38301, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Forklift Warehouse Operator job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Ryder System, Inc. has listed this Forklift Warehouse Operator role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Forklift Warehouse Operator role?expand_more
Forklift Warehouse Operator at Ryder System, Inc. typically requires 1+ years of relevant experience at the entry level level.
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Key skills for Forklift Warehouse Operator at Ryder System, Inc. include Forklift Operation; Powered Industrial Truck; Forklift Operator's License; and Health And Safety Methods.
What education is required for Forklift Warehouse Operator at Ryder System, Inc.?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
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Forklift Warehouse Operator at Ryder System, Inc. is part of the logistics & warehouse job category on Recrutus.