Warehouse Associate

Ryder • Maple Grove, MN

16d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a General Warehouse Associate in Maple Grove, Minnesota. This position offers weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about. Warehouse Associates work in clean, organized, and well-run facilities to provide the safest supply chain environment. Products handled include boxes, home goods, and clothing items. Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US. Ryder offers all benefits other Warehouse Distribution Facilities offer WITHOUT the WAIT. We provide paid training and support, medical, dental, vision, and 401K benefits starting at 30 days. Earn PTO starting Month 1, up to 80 hours accrued in the first year. The 401K offers a company match. Employees receive HIGH VALUED stock at a 15% discount and other employee discounts on various items and services. We provide safety gear and have caring leadership that prioritizes safety. Our focus is on continuous improvement designed for success. At Ryder, you will be part of a team-first culture built on respect, joining a community of proud women and men in Supply Chain, including many Military Reservists and Veterans.

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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

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.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401 K etc. starting 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
• Employee Discounts that save you money on Tools, Cars, Hotels, Electronics/Appliances, Cell Phones, Travel, and much more
• Safety Gear PROVIDED
• Caring Leadership prioritizing safety

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED