Warehouse Picking and Packing Team Lead

About the role

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Picking and Packing Team Lead in Edison, New Jersey. This role supports distribution across the US in a state-of-the-art warehouse environment handling products such as apparel, toys, and cosmetics. Equipment used includes computers, handheld scanners, and label printers.

Pay

Hourly pay: $19.00 per hour, plus $0.50 per hour shift pay.

Schedule

Sundays 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM and Monday to Thursday 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Paid on-the-job training
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance starting at 30 days
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with company match
• 15% employee discount on company stock
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, and travel
• Safety gear provided

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One (1) year or more of powered industrial truck experience preferred
• One (1) year or more of previous experience as a Team Lead preferred
• One (1) year or more of Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) experience preferred
• One (1) 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
• Maintains composure under pressure
• Works using health and safety methods

Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure continuous improvement efforts for optimal efficiency of operations.
• Perform warehouse functions, including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Allocate resources and organize daily work duties to ensure optimal shift/team operational logistics.
• Inspire and guide team members toward improved Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) using appropriate leadership styles.
• Assist in providing orientation for employees and give them necessary information, technology, and tools to perform their jobs.
• Promote health and safety working methods within the warehouse.
• Handle day-to-day paperwork in a warehouse environment (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.

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.