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Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Ryder System, Inc., Lake Worth, TX, United States


Position Description
Ryder is hiring a Floating Storeroom Attendant / Forklift Operator in Lake Worth, Florida — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

Compensation & Schedule

Hourly Pay: $18.97 per hour

Schedule: First Shift Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

About the Role
Products being handled include inbound items such as bolts, cables, reels, wires, anchors, etc. Primary equipment includes a computer and sit‑down forklift.

Benefits

On‑the‑job paid training

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) starting at 30 days

Paid Time Off

401(k) company match

Stock options and 15% employee discount

Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics, cell phones, travel, and more

Safety gear provided

Safety is always the first priority

State of the art equipment and caring leadership

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent

Clean driving record and possession of a personal vehicle; travel within the area approximately 25‑50% of the day

Strong technical aptitude: using Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, scanners, and entering orders into a WMS system

Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs unassisted

Must be able to work both indoors and outdoors

Minimum of two years of related warehouse and powered industrial lift experience (for this role)

Ability to read, do basic mathematics, understand and respond to written and verbal instructions in English for safety, work instructions, policies, etc.

Ability to input data into a computer system

Work overtime as assigned

Must have a valid Driver's License and meet Ryder's driving qualifications

Responsibilities

Read, interpret, and apply Warehouse Management System (WMS) order instructions

Recognize and correct potential process errors before actions adversely affect the customer

Identify damaged product at any point in the warehousing process and take appropriate action when discovered

Pull orders accurately as assigned

Stage orders according to carrier location and verify the number of pallets picked as well as stage location

Prepare receiving, storage, and shipping documentation, retaining product accountability throughout the logistical process

Be aware of and follow location and work center safety and security policies and procedures

May be required to train others in various warehouse functions, including the safe operation of powered industrial lift equipment, perform housekeeping duties, and other duties as assigned

Operate forklift equipment or other warehouse machinery

Equal Opportunity Statement
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.

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