Forklift Operator Immediate Hire Job at Ryder System, Inc. in Jackson

Position Description

Ryder is immediately hiring Permanent Full Time Warehouse Forklift Operators in Jackson, Tennessee

Warehouse Positions Pay Weekly

• Hourly Pay: $17.25 per hour
• Overtime Pay: $25.88 per hour
• Additional Pay: $1.00 shift differential
• Schedule: Night shift (2-2-3 schedule) rotating weekdays and weekends from 6:00 pm to 6:00 am

For more information, apply here with Ryder today

Contact information: Call Ashley or text "Jackson FL" to 904-932-1042

We want the right Warehouse Employees to join us at Ryder to work with state-of-the-art equipment in the safest warehouse environment

• Products being handled: Food products
• Equipment used: Sit-Down forklifts

Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US. Apply here with Ryder today

We have all benefits that other Warehouse Distribution Facilities offer without the wait!

• On-the-Job Paid Training
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), etc. Start at 30 days
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) company match
• Stock options and employee discount
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and more
• Safety gear provided
• Safety is always the first priority
• State-of-the-art equipment and caring leadership

Click here to see all Ryder careers: or visit the Ryder careers page

We want you to join our family made up of Proud Women and Men in Supply Chain who work alongside many Military Reserve and Veterans we hire every day

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 work within a diverse environment
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships at all levels of the organization
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Punctuality and good attendance
• Performs work independently with minimal supervision
• High initiative
• Demonstrates accuracy under pressure
• Ability to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs
• Ability to stand for long periods
• Ability to follow health and safety methods
• Must be available to work a flexible schedule on various 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 functions, including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting
• Operate within performance measurement guidelines of the contract
• Ensure accurate picking and packing, auditing, tote induction, staging of products, and loading/unloading of 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 production hours
• Perform duties within performance measurement guidelines of the contract
• 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, protected veteran status, or disability.

Posted Date: 2 days ago (9/26/2025 2:52 PM)

Requisition: 2025-186590

Location: TN, JACKSON 38301

Category: Logistics/Distribution/Transportation Management

Employment Type: Regular-Full time

Travel Requirements: 0-10%

Position Code: 1000879