Warehouse Support Associate First Shift

About the role

Warehouse Associates at Ryder work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment. Products handled include furniture. Equipment used includes forklifts (stand-up and sit-down), clamps, cherry picker, electric pallet jack, and RF scanners.

Responsibilities

• Package, kit and/or assemble orders and materials.
• Load and unload inbound/outbound trailers.
• Ensure all scanning is completed correctly.
• Help train dock employees on new procedures.
• Ensure facility is secure at end of shift; investigate/resolve scanning issues and housekeeping.
• Perform picking and packing duties.
• Check for evidence of product or container damage.
• Perform the assigned tasks as described in the location’s policies and procedures standards to include handling of materials within associated logical transactions.
• Perform material moves with associated physical/logical transactions as required.
• Participate in workgroup and other team activities for the purpose of self-improvement and improving warehouse operations and related business functions.
• Perform housekeeping duties for assigned area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Six months of related warehouse experience required.
• One (1) year or more related warehouse experience preferred.
• Ability to learn to operate powered industrial trucks, such as stand-up and sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet jacks, etc., including how to operate and maintain (change battery, recognize common mechanical issues).
• May be required to operate manual and/or automated other warehouse/manufacturing equipment (such as a packaging line).
• Powered industrial truck certification.
• Ability to read, do basic mathematics in English for the purpose of safety, work instructions, policies, etc.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to input data into the WMS computer system(s) in use.
• Ability to work overtime as assigned.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors).
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized with excellent time management skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Benefits

• Paid training and support to take your next step.
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).
• Start at 30 days; earn PTO starting month 1 (up to 80 hours accrued in 1st year).
• 401(k) offers a company match.
• High-valued stock at 15%.
• Employee discount on tools, cars, hotels, electronics/appliances, cell phones, travel, and more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Caring leadership prioritizing safety—every shift, every role.

Pay

• Hourly pay: $20.00 per hour.
• Overtime pay: $30.00 per hour.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 6:00 am–2:30 pm.