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Warehouse Forklift Operator 1st Shift

Ryder
Minster, OH, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Aug 2026
💰 $46,000/yr

About the role

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Stand-Up Forklift Operator in Minster, Ohio — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about.

 

 

Warehouse Forklift Operator / Material Handler Positions Pay Weekly

 

  • Base pay: $23.00 per hour 
    • .50 increase after 6 mo and 1 year
    • Overtime Pay: $34.50 per hour
  • Additional Pay:
    • Productivity Incentives: Eligible to earn up to an extra $10/hr
    • Monthly attendance bonuses 
  • Sign-on bonus:
    • $1,000 bonus paid in four installments at 30, 60, 90, 180 days
  • Daily Pay: Access your pay when you need it!

Build Your Perfect Schedule - You Choose!

  • Join our team and take control of your workweek with flexible options on Day shift: 
    • A: Sun-Wed 4:30am - 4:00 pm OR
    • A: Sun-Wed 5:30am - 5:00 pm 
      • 44-55 hours per week
      • 11 hour shift
      • 2 month schedule given in advance for family planning!

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Click here to see and hear it from a Ryder Supply Chain Employee:

 

https://RyderCareers.Video/ForkliftOpenings

 

 

Ryder Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment

 

  • Products Being Handled: Yogurt
  • Equipment: Stand-Up Forklifts

 

Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US. 

 

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

  • Warehouse Positions Pay Each Week
  • Paid Training and support to take your next step
  • 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
  • Caring Leadership prioritizing safety – every shift, every role.
  • Focus on continuous improvement designed for success

Your drive. Your career. Start driving your future with Ryder today. Click Here to See All Ryder Careers: https://jobs.ryder.com/jobs/

 

At Ryder, you will be part of a team-first culture built on respect when joining a community of proud women and men in Supply Chain, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.

 

 

EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran

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)Able to work within a diverse work environment
  • 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

 

 

Important Note: Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

 

Responsibilities

  • Perform warehouse function, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and, cycle counting
  • Performing 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
  • Responsible of 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 prod

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