Warehouse Associate 1st Shift

Ryder•Maple Grove, MN

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Associate in Maple Grove, Minnesota, offering weekly pay, excellent benefits, and a career you can feel good about. This role involves working with state-of-the-art equipment in a safe warehouse environment. Products handled include boxes, home goods, and clothing items. Various warehouse fulfillment specialist roles at Ryder support distribution across the US. Ryder provides all benefits other Warehouse Distribution Facilities offer WITHOUT the WAIT, including on-the-job paid training, medical, dental, vision, and 401K with a company match. Employees also receive high-valued stock at 15% employee discount, employee discounts on various items, and safety gear is provided. Safety is always the first priority, supported by state-of-the-art equipment and caring leadership. Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free workplace.

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
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
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

One (1) year or more related warehouse experience preferred
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
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
On the Job Paid Training
Start at 30 Days Paid Time Off