Warehouse Team Lead Manager Support

Ryder • Wilmington, IL

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Team Lead in Wilmington, Illinois. The role supports warehouse operations handling food products in a clean, organized facility focused on safety. The position combines warehouse work—including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting—with leading team members and coordinating daily shift operations. The role also involves paperwork, reporting, employee orientation support, safety promotion, and continuous improvement. Pay is $23.00 per hour plus a $3.00 per hour shift differential, paid weekly. 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.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of and/or experience with an RF scanner.
• Valid certified forklift operator's license.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Effective leadership skills.
• Flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team.
• Ability to perform work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proactively approach responsibilities.
• Maintain composure under pressure.
• Work using health and safety methods.
• Bilingual ability for Québec locations only.

Nice To Haves

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure continuous improvement efforts for optimal operational efficiency.
• Perform warehouse functions, including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting as needed.
• Allocate resources and organize and distribute daily work duties to support shift and team logistics.
• Inspire and guide team members toward improved key performance indicators using appropriate leadership styles and methods.
• Assist with employee orientation and provide employees with the information, technology, and tools needed to perform their jobs.
• Promote health and safety methods within the warehouse.
• Handle day-to-day warehouse paperwork, such as 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

• Weekly pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting at 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off beginning in the first month, with up to 80 hours accrued in the first year.
• Employee stock discount of 15%.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and more.
• Safety gear provided.
• Paid training and support for career advancement.

What This Job Offers

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