Supply Chain Ops Associate

Ryder System, Inc.; Lake Orion (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits start

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off within first year

Up to 12 weeks maternity leave

Job summary

Ryder System, Inc. in Lake Orion, MI is hiring a Supply Chain Operations Associate to join our team. The role focuses on coordinating facility goals, training staff, and driving continuous improvement across operations.

The position offers a $48,000–$50,000 yearly salary plus benefits and PTO, with a Monday–Friday schedule and potential shift move to 3pm–11:30pm. Relevant experience with logistics and MHE/WMS is preferred.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED
• One year or more in logistics, warehouse or industry related field
• One year or more Previous supervisory experience preferred
• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) intermediate preferred
• Material Handling Equipment (MHE) intermediate required
• OSHA intermediate required
• DOT and Hazmat (based on the account) intermediate preferred

Responsibilities

• Communicate daily/shift goals of facility and work group(s) and report plans to obtain operational goals.
• Assist with and train hourly, SNE or other specialists.
• Lead and initiate employees through in-depth training and review of policies, procedures and processes.
• Decision making for location activities including demand planning, supplier calls and customer interactions.
• Support and aid in the development of system and process training for employees; perform operational administrative functions.
• Identify and/or solve operational issues with LEAN initiatives to strengthen team productivity.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)

MHE handling

OSHA knowledge

DOT/Hazmat awareness

Supervisory experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

WMS

Job description

Equipment Requirements

• Material Handling Equipment (MHE) intermediate required
• Material Handling Equipment (MHE) intermediate required

Job Description

We are immediately hiring a Supply Chain Operations Associate for our Lake Orion, MI Team.

• $48 - 50k yearly salary + benefits and PTO
• Location: Lake Orion, MI
• Comfortable communicating with customers and teammates at varying levels of management; Intermediate MS Office experience is a plus
• Schedule: Monday - Friday 6am - 230pm (Willing to move to 2nd shift 3pm-1130pm)

When Fortune 500 businesses and new startups need supply chain solutions, they look to our industry-leading logistics experts. At Ryder, there is more to being a supply chain professional than working on some of the nation’s biggest brands. We make sure you are also getting the diverse experience, advancement opportunities, all from an industry-leading Fortune 500 company.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits start at 30 Days
• 401 (K) Savings Plan with a company match
• Discounted employee stock purchase options
• Quality employee discounts that actually save you money on tools, cars, appliances, travel and more
• All major holidays paid and Paid time off within your first year
• Up to 12 weeks paid maternity leave

Learn More

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Summary

• Position does not manage WHSE or Driver team members*

Essential Functions

• Communicate daily/shift goals of facility and work group(s). Communicate and report plans to obtain operational goals.
• Assist with and train hourly, SNE or other specialists.
• Lead and initiate employees through in depth training and continuous review of employee understanding of policies, procedures and processes.
• Decision Making for location activities to include but not limited to demand planning, supplier calls, customer interactions, specialized process troubleshooting, etc.
• Support and aid in the development of system and process training for employees in the work group(s). Perform operational administrative functions to support location activities and / or customer.
• Identify and/or solve operational issues with the account(s) by implementing continuous improvement and LEAN initiatives, to strengthen team unity, goals, productivity and results.

Additional Responsibilities

• Maybe used as a floater to complete all Supply Chain Ops Associate roles across multiple shifts.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills And Abilities

• Ability to effectively communicate in both verbal and written forms with employees, peers and management.
• Strong organizational, follow-up and computer skills required.
• Ability to work self directed with minimal supervision.
• Ability to manage individual performance and employee relations.
• Ability to use sound judgement when information is incomplete or ambiguous.
• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) intermediate preferred.
• Material Handling Equipment (MHE) intermediate required.
• OSHA intermediate required.
• DOT and Hazmat (based on the account) intermediate preferred.

Qualifications

• H.S. diploma/GED
• One (1) year or more in logistics, warehouse or industry related field required.
• One (1) year or more Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) intermediate preferred.
• Material Handling Equipment (MHE) intermediate required.
• OSHA intermediate required.
• DOT and Hazmat (based on the account) intermediate preferred.

Travel: None

Job Category: Materials Planning & Scheduling

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.

Pay Type

Salaried

Minimum Pay Range

48000

Maximum Pay Range

50000

Benefits Information

For all Full-time positions only: Ryder offers comprehensive health and welfare benefits, to include medical, prescription, dental, vision, life insurance and disability insurance options, as well as paid time off for vacation, illness, bereavement, family and parental leave, and a tax-advantaged 401(k) retirement savings plan.

Ryder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and 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, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

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.

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 www.ryder.com/careers.

Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at [e-mail] or 800‑793‑3754.

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