Warehouse Team Lead 1st Shift

Ryder • Newnan, GA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

Ryder is hiring a permanent, full-time Warehouse Team Lead in Newnan, Georgia. The role supports warehouse operations handling dry goods and includes leading team members, coordinating daily work, and performing warehouse functions such as loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting. The position operates in a safety-focused supply chain environment with state-of-the-art equipment.

The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Pay is $22.50 per hour, with an additional $1.00 premium for working Sunday. Warehouse positions are paid weekly. Powered industrial equipment may include sit-down forklifts, clamp trucks, reach trucks, and electric pallet jacks.

Ryder describes itself as an equal opportunity and drug-free workplace. Some positions may require additional screening, such as employment and education verification, motor vehicle records checks and road tests, or customer-required badging or background checks.

Requirements

• Advanced knowledge of or experience with an RF scanner is required.
• 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 work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Proactively approach responsibilities.
• 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 (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) preferred.
• One or more years of previous warehouse experience preferred.
• Bilingual ability 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 (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.).
• One or more years of previous warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and ensure continuous improvement efforts for optimal operational efficiency.
• Perform warehouse functions, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Allocate resources and organize and distribute daily work duties to team members to support optimal shift and team logistics.
• Guide and motivate team members toward improved key performance indicators using appropriate leadership styles and methods.
• Assist with employee orientation and provide the information, technology, and tools employees need to perform their jobs.
• Promote health and safety practices within 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 start after 30 days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off.
• Employee stock discount of 15%.
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, hotels, electronics and appliances, cell phones, travel, and other items.
• Paid on-the-job training.
• Safety gear provided.

What This Job Offers

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