Warehouse Support Associates

Ryder•Etna Township, OH

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring temporary-to-hire Warehouse Associates in Columbus, Ohio. The role supports warehouse fulfillment and distribution of retail items. Associates work in clean, organized facilities and contribute to a safe supply chain environment. The position uses an RF scanner and may involve powered industrial trucks and other warehouse equipment. Paid on-the-job training and safety gear are provided. The schedule is second shift, Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Pay is $17.50 per hour, with an additional $1.00 per hour for second-shift work. The job requires six months of related warehouse experience and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Requirements

Six months of related warehouse experience required.
Ability to learn to operate powered industrial trucks, including stand-up and sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, and pallet jacks, and to perform basic maintenance such as changing batteries and recognizing common mechanical issues; intermediate proficiency required.
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 at all levels of the organization, 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; highly organized with excellent 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 operating manual and/or automated warehouse or manufacturing equipment, such as a packaging line, may be preferred.

Responsibilities

Package, kit, and/or assemble orders and materials.
Load and unload inbound and outbound trailers, ensuring 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 team activities to support personal improvement and better warehouse operations and related business functions.
Perform housekeeping duties for the assigned area.
Perform other duties as assigned.