General Warehouse​/Warehouse Associate

Position Description

Ryder is hiring a Warehouse Associate in Maple Grove, Minnesota. The role offers weekly pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

• Hourly Pay: $19.25 per hour
• Schedules:
  • Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat: 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM
  • Days off:
    Sunday & Thursday

• Products handled: boxes, home goods, clothing items
• Primary equipment: manual pallet jack; forklifts and other powered industrial trucks as required

• On-the-job paid training
• Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan starting at 30 days
• Paid time off
• Company match on 401(k)
• Employee discounts on tools, cars, travel, electronics, and more
• Safety gear provided; safety is the highest priority
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment and supportive leadership

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Six months of warehouse experience required; one year or more preferred
• Experience operating powered industrial trucks (forklifts, pallet jacks, cherry pickers, etc.)
• Powered industrial truck certification
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted
• Proficiency with WMS computer systems
• Ability to read, perform basic mathematics, and understand safety and work instructions
• Work overtime as assigned; capability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Highly organized, strong time‑management skills, multi‑tasking ability, and attention to detail
• Flexibility and self‑drive in a fast‑paced environment

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check; a road test; and/or background, badging, or other customer requirements.

• Package, kit, and/or assemble orders and materials
• Load and unload inbound/outbound trailers; ensure accurate scanning and documentation
• Train dock employees on new procedures
• Secure the facility at the end of the shift; investigate and resolve scanning or housekeeping issues
• Perform picking, packing, and quality‑check duties; verify evidence of product or container damage
• Follow all policies and procedures for material handling and logistics transactions
• Participate in work groups and team activities to improve warehouse operations and related business functions
• Maintain housekeeping duties within the assigned area
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Ryder is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug‑free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.