Warehouse Automation Team Lead

Ryder is hiring in Hagerstown, Maryland — offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel proud of.

Pay

$23.69 per hour. Additional $1.50 per hour when assigned to third shift.

Schedule

Third Shift (D): Thursday–Saturday 7:00 pm – 7:00 am, plus every other Wednesday 7:00 pm – 7:00 am.

Benefits

• Warehouse positions pay each week
• Paid training and support to advance your career
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting at 30 days
• 401(k) with company match
• Highly valued company stock at a 15% employee discount
• Earn PTO starting month 1 (up to 80 hours accrued in the first year)
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and more
• Safety gear provided
• Caring leadership that prioritizes safety every shift
• Focus on continuous improvement designed for success

About the role

Ryder Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply-chain environment. Products handled include computers and printers. Equipment used includes AGVs and other automation technologies. This role supports distribution across the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure continuous improvement efforts for optimal operational efficiency.
• Perform warehouse functions such as loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Allocate resources and organize daily work duties to ensure optimal shift and team logistics.
• Inspire and guide team members toward improved Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) using appropriate leadership styles.
• Assist in orienting employees and providing necessary information, technology, and tools to perform their jobs.
• Promote health and safety working methods within the warehouse.
• Handle day-to-day paperwork (e.g., picking sheets, returns, bills of lading).
• Complete and submit daily reports and propose action plans to enhance operations effectiveness and service levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year or more of powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• One year or more of previous experience as a Team Lead preferred.
• One year or more of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word) experience preferred.
• One year or more of previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Knowledge and/or experience with an RF scanner required.
• Valid forklift operator’s license certified.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proactively approaches responsibilities and maintains composure under pressure.
• Works using health and safety methods.

Note: Some positions require additional screening, including employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check, road test, and/or customer-specific badging or background requirements.