CareerArc is hiring: Forklift Operator in Wilmington

Position Description

Ryder is immediately hiring a Permanent Full Time Forklift Operator in Wilmington, Illinois.

Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly

• Hourly Pay: $18.50 per hour
• Overtime Pay: $27.75 per hour
• Additional Pay: $0.25 pay increase after 90 days, $0.50 increase after 1 year, and a $3.00 per hour productivity bonus on average.
• Sign-on bonus: $1000 (half paid at 30 days, other half paid at 90 days)
• Schedule: C Shift Wednesday 11:00 am - 4:45 pm and Thursday - Saturday 5:00 am - 4:30 pm

We want the right Warehouse Associate to join us at Ryder and work in the Safest Supply Chain Environment with State of the Art Equipment.

• Products Being Handled: Food products
• Equipment: Electric Sit-Down Forklifts and RF scanners

We have all benefits other Warehouse Distribution Facilities offer WITHOUT the WAIT:

• Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week
• On the Job Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc. Start at 30 Days
• Paid Time Off
• 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
• Safety is Always the First Priority
• State of the Art Equipment and Caring Leadership

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 create and maintain professional relationships within 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 various work shifts
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Responsible for the accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products, and loading and unloading of trucks.
• Responsible for 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.
• 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.

Posted Date: 8 hours ago (3/21/2025 11:45 AM)

Requisition: 2025-177630

Location: Wilmington, IL 60481

Category: Logistics/Distribution/Transportation Management

Employment Type: Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements: 0-10%

Position Code: 1000879

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