Warehouse Associate

Ryder • Elkridge, MD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a permanent, full-time Warehouse Associate to support its facility in Elkridge, Maryland. The role handles furniture in a warehouse fulfillment environment, using equipment such as forklifts, order pickers, and riding pallet jacks. The position pays $20.00 per hour, with weekly pay and on-the-job paid training. Safety is emphasized, and safety gear and state-of-the-art equipment are provided.

Requirements

• Six months of related warehouse experience required.
• 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, policies, and related purposes.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.
• Ability to input data into the warehouse management system (WMS) computer systems in use.
• Ability to work overtime as assigned.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships at all organizational levels, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Flexibility and self-motivation to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multitask, with strong organization and time-management skills.
• Detail-oriented, with excellent follow-up practices.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year or more of related warehouse experience preferred.
• Intermediate proficiency with manual and/or automated warehouse or manufacturing equipment, such as a packaging line, preferred.

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.
• Secure the facility at the end of the shift and investigate and resolve scanning issues and housekeeping concerns.
• Perform picking and packing duties.
• Check for evidence of product or container damage.
• Perform assigned tasks according to location 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

• Weekly pay
• Paid on-the-job training
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off starting at 30 days
• Company stock offered at a 15% discount
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and more
• Safety gear provided

What This Job Offers

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