Warehouse Associate

Ryder • Suwanee, GA

13d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a permanent, full-time Warehouse Associate / Storeroom Attendant / Forklift Operator in Cumming, Georgia. The role supports warehouse fulfillment and distribution, handling inbound products such as bolts, cables, reels, wires, and anchors. The schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., with hourly pay of $17.30. The position uses stand-up and sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks and may involve other manual or automated warehouse equipment. Work may take place indoors and outside. Ryder describes the work environment as safety-focused and equipped with state-of-the-art equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; the posting lists this as preferred in its detailed requirements.
• Six months of related warehouse experience required.
• One year or more of related warehouse experience preferred.
• Learn to operate powered industrial trucks, including stand-up and sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, and pallet jacks; intermediate proficiency is required, including operating and maintaining equipment, changing batteries, and recognizing common mechanical issues.
• Powered industrial truck certification.
• Ability to read and perform basic mathematics in English for safety, work instructions, and policies.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to input data into the WMS computer system(s) in use.
• Strong technical aptitude, including use of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, scanners, and a WMS system to enter orders.
• Ability to work both indoors and outside.
• Ability to work overtime as assigned.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships across organizational levels, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Flexibility and self-direction to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multitask; highly organized with excellent time-management skills.
• Detail-oriented with excellent follow-up practices.

Nice To Haves

• One year or more of related warehouse experience.
• Intermediate ability to operate manual and/or automated warehouse or manufacturing equipment, such as a packaging line.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

• On-the-job paid training.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off starting at 30 days.
• Employee stock available at a 15% discount.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and other items.
• Safety gear provided.

What This Job Offers

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