Warehouse Team Lead Manager Support

Ryder • Wilmington, IL

4d • $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Team Lead in Wilmington, Illinois. The role supports warehouse operations involving food products in a clean, organized facility focused on safety and continuous improvement. The position includes leading team members, coordinating daily work, and performing warehouse functions as needed. The schedule is Sunday through Tuesday, 5:00 p.m. to 4:30 a.m., and Wednesday, 5:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Pay is $23.00 per hour, with an additional $3.00 per hour shift differential. Pay is weekly.

The role uses electric sit-down and stand-up forklifts. Ryder describes a team-first workplace culture built on respect, safety, and support for employees’ career development.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of or experience with an RF scanner is required.
• A valid, certified forklift operator’s license is required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proactively approach responsibilities and maintain composure under pressure.
• Work using health and safety methods.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One or more years of powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• One or more years of previous Team Lead experience preferred.
• One or more years of Microsoft Office experience, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, preferred.
• One or more years of previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Bilingual ability required for Québec locations only.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One or more years of powered industrial truck experience.
• One or more years of previous Team Lead experience.
• One or more years of Microsoft Office experience, including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word.
• One or more years of previous warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure continuous improvement efforts to optimize operational efficiency.
• Perform warehouse functions such as loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Allocate resources and organize and distribute daily work duties to support effective shift and team operations.
• Guide team members toward improved key performance indicators using appropriate leadership styles and methods.
• Assist with employee orientation and provide information, technology, and tools needed to perform jobs.
• Help promote health and safety practices in the warehouse.
• Handle day-to-day warehouse paperwork, including picking sheets, returns, and bills of lading.
• Complete and submit daily reports and propose action plans to improve operational effectiveness and service levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, available starting at 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off accruing starting in the first month, up to 80 hours in the first year.
• Employee stock purchase offering at a stated 15% value.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and other items.
• Safety gear provided.
• Paid training and support for career development.

What This Job Offers

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