Warehouse Lead Hand - Weekend Shift

Ryder System, Inc.; Cornwall; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 days of paid time off on hire

Excellent benefits after 30 days

Retirement benefits: DCPP, RRSP, DPSP

Employee stock discount 15%

Safe work environment

Forbes Best Employers in 2025

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Cornwall, Ontario is seeking a Warehouse Team Leader to oversee daily warehousing operations under the guidance of the Logistics Supervisor.

You will lead a small team, ensure accuracy in picking, packing, shipping, and receiving, and support safe, efficient processes. The role requires at least a year of warehouse and lead experience, strong communication, and the ability to use an RF scanner.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and leadership abilities.
• Experience working in a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead and improve warehouse operations for efficiency.
• Perform loading, picking, packing, shipping, and receiving.
• Coordinate daily work assignments to ensure smooth shifts.
• Promote safety practices within the warehouse.
• Prepare and submit daily reports with action plans.

Skills

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

Effective leadership

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Organizational skills

RF scanner experience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

RF scanner

Job description

About Ryder

For almost 100 years, Ryder has provided customers around the world with integrated transportation, logistics, and supply chain management solutions that enhance the way they do business. Building and maintaining a fleet takes time, resources, and expertise few companies can spare. At Ryder, we have a long history of investing in our employees and providing a collaborative team-based culture that encourages growth across all levels and positions. We are a Fortune 500 company with 800+ locations and over 40,000 employees across the US and Canada! Employee satisfaction is part of our culture.

About the Job:

Type: Full time/ Permanent Wage: $23.94 - $26.27 per hour + $1.50/hour Lead hand premium + $4.25/hour Weekend premium Shifts: Friday to Sunday, 6 am - 6:30 pm Location: Cornwall, ON

Why Ryder?

• 10 days of Paid Time Off upon hire
• Excellent benefits package after 30 days (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Benefits including Defined Contribution Pension Plan (DCPP), Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)
• Employee discount of 15% on Ryder stock
• A safe, friendly and respectful work environment
• Recognized by Forbes as one of Canada's Best Employers in 2025

Summary

Under the responsibility of the Logistics Supervisor, the Warehouse Team Leader assists in ensuring customer requirements are performed effectively and efficiently. The incumbent provides guidance and instruction to the members of a team for the purpose of achieving a key result. The incumbent also performs warehouse functions, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and, cycle counting.

Essential Functions

• Lead and ensure continuous improvement efforts for optimal efficiency of the operations.
• Perform warehouse function, which may include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and, cycle counting.
• Allocate resources and organize and distribute daily work duties to members to ensure optimal shift/team operational logistics.
• Inspire and guide team members towards improved Key Performance Indicator (KPI’s) using the appropriate leadership styles and methods.
• Assist in proving appropriate orientation for employees and give them the necessary information, technology and tools to perform their jobs.
• Assist with promoting health and safety working methods within the warehouse.
• Deal with day to day paperwork in a warehouse environment (i.e. picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.).
• Complete and submit daily reports and propose action plans to enhance operations effectiveness and service levels.

Additional Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Effective leadership skills
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Ability to work independently and as a member of a team
• Performs work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent organizational skills
• Performs work independently with minimal supervision
• Proactively approaches responsibilities
• Maintains composure under pressure
• Working using health and safety methods
• Bilingual (For Québec locations only)
• Knowledge or and experience with an RF scanner advanced required

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED preferred
• One (1) year or more powered industrial truck experience preferred
• One (1) year or more previous experience as Team Lead preferred
• One (1) year or more Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, etc.) preferred
• One (1) year or more previous warehouse experience preferred
• Knowledge and/or experience with an RF scanner advanced required
• Valid forklift operator's license certified
• Safety Sensitive
• Non-Regulated Tech
• DOT Regulated

Our Culture & Commitment:

At Ryder, you’re trusted to make an impact—while enjoying room to grow and having a voice that’s heard. Our culture is built on respect, collaboration, and shared pride in doing great work rooted in innovation and safety. Your Voice. Your Success. The Future We Build Together.

Explore our current opportunities and discover how you can build a rewarding career with a company committed to innovation, safety, and success.

Compensation Information:

• Pay Type: Hourly
• Minimum Pay Range: $23.94
• Maximum Pay Range: $26.27

Ryder is an Equal Opportunity Employer:

We value Diversity and Inclusion in the workplace and encourage all qualified candidates to apply including women, visible minorities, aboriginals and persons with disabilities. In accordance with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Ryder welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment, selection, and assessment process. Should you require an accommodation, please inform the Human Resources representative of the nature of the accommodation requested so that we may discuss your needs with you.

Authorization to Work in Canada:

As part of our commitment to compliance with employment and immigration laws, all applicants must have valid legal authorization to work in Canada. Maintaining this authorization is the responsibility of every employee and is a condition of continued employment.

Important Note:

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification; motor vehicle records check and a road test; and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned. All screening is conducted in accordance with applicable privacy and human rights legislation and is limited to information directly related to the requirements of the position.

Security Notice for Applicants:

Ryder will only communicate with an applicant directly from a [@ryder.com] email address and will never conduct an interview online through a chat type forum, messaging app (such as WhatsApp or Telegram), or via an online questionnaire. During an interview, Ryder will never ask for any form of payment or banking details and will never solicit personal information outside of the formal submitted application through http://www.ryder.com/en-ca/careers.

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