Warehouse Associate

Ryder • Taylor, MI

40d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a full-time Warehouse Associate in Taylor, Michigan. The role supports warehouse fulfillment and distribution operations. Associates package, kit, assemble, pick, and pack orders and materials; load and unload trailers; complete scanning and material transactions; maintain housekeeping and facility security; and help train dock employees on new procedures. The position pays $22.50 per hour, with a $1.75 shift differential, and wages are paid weekly. On-the-job paid training and safety gear are provided. The job involves working with warehouse equipment, including powered industrial trucks, in a safety-focused environment.

Requirements

• Six months of related warehouse experience required.
• Learn to operate powered industrial trucks, such as stand-up and sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, and pallet jacks, including basic maintenance such as 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.
• Ability to work overtime as assigned.
• Ability to create and maintain professional relationships with people at all levels of the organization, including peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Flexibility and self-motivation to excel in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multitask, with strong organization and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and excellent follow-up practices.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year or more of related warehouse experience preferred.
• 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, and 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 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 improvements to warehouse operations and related business functions.
• Perform housekeeping duties for the assigned area.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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