Warehouse Associate First Shift

Temporary To Permanent Full Time Warehouse Associate

Ryder is hiring a temporary to permanent full time warehouse associate in Grand Rapids, Michigan offering weekly pay and a career you can feel good about.

Warehouse positions pay weekly:

• Hourly pay $17.50 hourly
• Overtime pay: $26.25 hourly when working overtime
• Schedule: First shift Monday-Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Ryder warehouse associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment.

• Products being handled: Furniture
• Equipment used for position: RF scanner, order picker, sit down forklift, pallet jack, walkie rider, 2 wheel dolly

Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US.

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We have all benefits other warehouse distribution facilities offer WITHOUT the wait!

• Warehouse positions pay each week
• Paid training and support to take your next step
• Safety gear provided
• Caring leadership prioritizing safety every shift, every role.
• Focus on continuous improvement designed for success

Your drive. Your career. Start driving your future with Ryder today.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Six months of related warehouse experience required
• One (1) year or more related warehouse experience preferred
• Learn to operate powered industrial truck(s), 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) intermediate required
• May be required to operate manual and/or automated other warehouse/manufacturing equipment (such as a packaging line) intermediate preferred
• 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
• 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 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

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

• 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
• 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, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.