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RJW Logistics

Material Handler / 2nd Shift M-F

Woodridge, IL · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Ability to operate sit down forklift and /or Walkie Rider. * General understanding of computers and handheld RF equipment. * Loads and unloads RJW truck / trailers safely and efficiently using proper ...

Scandinavian Designs

Inventory Control Associate

Northbrook, IL · On-site

$23 - $25/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operate equipment including reach truck, stock picker and walkie rider. * Search for product within the facility by use of equipment and or walking. * Achieve productivity goals while ensuring ...

Cardinal Health

Warehouse Associate (Full-Time, Days)

Aurora, IL · On-site

$20.85/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Example equipment in the facility includes order picker (cherry picker), forklift, reach truck, turret truck, pallet jack, and walkie rider. Qualifications We are open to candidates with little to no ...

Cardinal Health

Warehouse Associate (Full-Time, Days)

Aurora, IL · On-site

$20.85/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Example equipment in the facility includes order picker (cherry picker), forklift, reach truck, turret truck, pallet jack, and walkie rider. Qualifications We are open to candidates with little to no ...

Zekelman

Warehouse Operator - 3rd Shift

Rochelle, IL · On-site

$22.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operates forklifts, order pickers, reach trucks, and walkie rider pallet jacks to move materials efficiently. * Standardizes and improves shipping and receiving procedures to enhance accuracy and ...

Cardinal Health

Warehouse Associate (Nights)

Aurora, IL · On-site

$22.35/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Example equipment in the facility includes order picker (cherry picker), forklift, reach truck, turret truck, pallet jack, and walkie rider. Qualifications We are open to candidates with little to no ...

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What is a walkie rider?

A Walkie Rider is a type of powered pallet jack used in warehouses and distribution centers to move heavy loads efficiently. Operators stand on a platform attached to the pallet jack, allowing them to ride while maneuvering pallets throughout the facility. This role typically involves loading and unloading shipments, staging products, and ensuring inventory is transported safely. It requires attention to detail, basic equipment operation skills, and adherence to workplace safety protocols.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a walkie rider?

To thrive as a Walkie Rider, you need physical stamina, hand-eye coordination, and experience in warehouse or distribution environments, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with powered pallet jacks (commonly referred to as 'walkie riders'), basic warehouse management systems, and OSHA safety certifications is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication skills help individuals excel in this role. These abilities ensure efficient, safe handling of inventory while maintaining smooth operations in fast-paced logistics or warehouse settings.

What does a typical shift look like for a walkie rider?

A typical shift for a Walkie Rider involves consistently operating a motorized pallet jack to move pallets and goods throughout a warehouse or distribution center. The role is physically active, requiring frequent walking, standing, and sometimes lifting or positioning loads, often over the course of eight-hour shifts that can include early mornings, evenings, or weekends. Walkie Riders usually work as part of a larger logistics or warehouse team, coordinating closely with material handlers, forklift operators, and supervisors to ensure efficient workflow. Because of the fast-paced and time-sensitive nature of the work, attention to safety protocols and effective communication with team members are essential for success and safety.

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Material Handler - 1st Shift, Mon-Fri, 7am-3:30pm - Plus Incentives

RJW Logistics

Romeoville, IL • On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

RJW Logistics rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 15 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Purpose: To operate forklifts safely and efficiently; handles all freight inbound or outbound properly and orderly; maintain warehouse area with orderly stacking and good housekeeping; loading / unloading of RJW truck / trailers and outside carriers safely and using proper procedures; ensures all shipments are correctly staged, checked, and loaded properly; responsible for properly storing stock in the warehouse; performs duties to provide material handling services for warehouse shipping and receiving handling activities. Works from warehouse operations sheets using a forklift to pick customer orders and load on trailers. Maintains forklift safety at all times following all safety policies and procedures.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Assists Warehouse Manager to ensure efficient operation of the warehouse.
  • Ability to operate sit down forklift and /or Walkie Rider.
  • General understanding of computers and handheld RF equipment.
  • Loads and unloads RJW truck / trailers safely and efficiently using proper procedures, including outside carriers equipment.
  • Flexible to work 10 to 12 hours shifts when necessary and not afraid of heights.
  • Picking and moving stock from 1 lb. to 50 lbs. multiple times.
  • Ensures all shipments are correctly staged and loaded properly.
  • Maintains warehouse area with orderly stacking and good housekeeping.
  • Processing outbound cross-dock freight as necessary.
  • Oversees storing stock properly in the warehouse and moving product into the storage racks.
  • Works from warehouse operations sheets using a forklift to pick customer orders and load on trailers.
  • Records and verifies the accuracy of the shipments against the paperwork for incoming and outgoing shipments / deliveries.
  • Ensures all documentation and paperwork is properly completed.
  • Operates forklifts safely and efficiently following all OSHA regulations, RJW safety policies, and procedures.
    • This includes wearing of seatbelts at all times when operating the forklift.
  • Completes daily forklift maintenance inspections.
  • Handles all customer products properly and orderly.
  • Checks deliveries for poor packing, general condition of materials, and free of damage. Alerts Warehouse Supervisor of any problems, taking pictures if necessary.
  • Reports all accidents / incidents, to employee, damage of stock, or building damage to the Shift Supervisor immediately.
  • Spotting of trailers to maintain efficient yard organization and flow of equipment for the day.
  • Maintains access to dock doors both inside and outside the facility keeping them free of debris or snow.
  • Other tasks as assigned by manager.

Additional Responsibilities:
  • Possesses a sense of urgency, accountability, and be able to work with limited supervision.
  • General understanding of computers and handheld RF equipment.
  • He/she must be able to read, write, and understand English.
  • Attention to detail and quality a must.
  • Good communication, clear and concise, problem resolution, and people skills.
  • Flexibility in working overtime when needed, and supplying coverage to other shifts.
  • PC skills helpful.
  • Major experience on sit down forklifts/EPJs
  • Experience in building pallets with stock and breaking down stock to fill independent orders.
  • Experience in cross docking freight process.
  • Ability to work in a fast paced warehouse.

Qualifications:
  • 3-6 months of forklift driving experience in a warehouse using sit down forklifts and Electric Pallet Jacks.
  • Good stable work record.

Education and/or Experience Required:
  • High School Diploma or general education diploma (GED).
  • Warehousing certifications a plus.

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