Ground Operations Specialist

Randstad Digital Americas; Ponchatoula (LA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Job summary

Randstad Digital Americas is seeking a motivated Ground Operations Specialist in Ponchatoula, LA to perform picking, packing, and aircraft loading while supporting the Operations Team Lead. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, lead by example, and help drive key supply chain performance metrics.

This role offers rotating shifts with core hours 8:00am–8:00pm and 6:00am–10:00pm windows up to 40 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in fast-paced logistics or fulfillment environments.
• Interest in stepping into a leadership role and coaching peers.
• Strong understanding of warehouse and supply chain processes.
• Commitment to safety and clear communication.
• Ability to pass a background check and lift up to 35 lbs.
• Willingness to work outdoors and to operate across 6 AM–10 PM shifts.

Responsibilities

• Efficiently locate, pick, and pack orders according to SOPs.
• Conduct rigorous weight and accuracy checks before loading packages onto aircraft.
• Assist with morning setup to maintain clean, organized, and safe operations.
• Perform daily inventory counts and meticulous care of stock and equipment.
• Act as the right hand to the Operations Team Lead, monitoring workflow and guiding frontline staff.
• Manage onsite team activities and operations when Team Lead or Tier 2 managers are unavailable.
• Champion site safety protocols and assist in resolving operational incidents.
• Monitor daily throughput and support the team in meeting supply chain goals.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Safety

Education

High School

Job description

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated, hands-on Ground Operations Specialist to join our fast-paced fulfillment and delivery team. In this role, you will be on the front lines actively performing picking, packing, and aircraft loading activities while simultaneously stepping up to support the Operations Team Lead in daily supervisory duties. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic settings, leads by example, and is looking to develop their leadership career. A foundational understanding of supply chain processes and performance metrics is highly desirable.

Various shifts are available. Core hours are 8:00am-8:00pm, but hours will vary between 6:00am-10:00pm with a max of 40 hours a week. Hours are dependent upon business needs, personal preference, and may vary between a traditional 8 hours, 5 days a week or even 12, 12, 12, 4.

location: Ponchatoula, Louisiana

job type: Solutions

salary: $20 - 21 per hour

work hours: Rotating Shifts

education: High School

Responsibilities

• Efficiently locate, pick, and pack orders according to strict Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct rigorous weight and accuracy checks before securely loading packages onto delivery aircraft.
• Assist with morning setup, ensuring the operational area is clean, organized, safe, and that all equipment is fully functional.
• Perform daily inventory counts and maintain meticulous care of stock and equipment.
• Act as the right hand to the Operations Team Lead, helping to monitor workflow and guide frontline team members.
• Confidently manage onsite team activities and daily operations when the Team Lead or Tier 2 managers are unavailable.
• Champion site safety protocols, lead by example, and assist in the immediate resolution of any operational incidents.
• Keep a pulse on daily throughput and support the team in hitting key supply chain goals.

Qualifications

• 1 or more years of experience in a fast-paced environment (logistics, retail, warehouse, or fulfillment).
• Proven experience or strong desire to step into a leadership role; experience coaching or training peers is a plus.
• Good understanding of standard warehouse/supply chain processes and exposure to performance metrics (e.g., order accuracy, cycle times, throughput).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a heavy focus on safety details.
• Ability to pass a background check and maintain a valid driver's license for occasional travel between sector sites.
• Ability to work outdoors, stand for long periods, and comfortably lift up to 35 lbs.
• Availability required between 6 AM and 10 PM, 7 days/week (up to 40 hours per week). Adherence to strict work hours is mandatory.

Skills

leadership,point of contact,client expectations

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.