Warehouse Material Handler First Shift

Ryder Supply Chain Solutions; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On‑the‑job training

Safety gear provided

Job summary

Ryder is hiring Temporary to Permanent Warehouse Material Handlers in Kent, Washington – offering weekly pay and a career you can feel good about.

Job duties include loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting with on‑the‑job training. The role uses RF scanners and pallet jacks in a fast‑paced warehouse setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 1+ year warehouse or powered industrial truck experience preferred.
• Valid forklift operator's license, certified.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, and receiving.
• Operate forklift and cycle count activities as required.
• Accurately pick, pack, audit, tote‑induce, stage products, and load/unload trucks.
• Manage day‑to‑day paperwork in a warehouse environment.
• Provide maintenance support for automated packing systems during core shift hours.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Teamwork

Punctuality

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

RF Scanner

Cherry Picker

Walkie Rider Pallet Jack

Job description

Position Description

Ryder is hiring Temporary to Permanent Warehouse Material Handlers in Kent, Washington – offering weekly pay and a career you can feel good about.

Pay and Benefits

• Hourly Pay: $20.50 per hour
• Overtime Pay: $30.75 per hour when working overtime
• Schedule: Monday - Saturday 7:30 am – 4:30 pm or until work is finished (5‑day week; off on Sundays and one other day M‑F TBD)
• On‑the‑job paid training
• Safety gear supplied and safety is a top priority
• State‑of‑the‑art equipment and caring leadership

Job Environment

• Products handled: boxed furniture and exercise equipment
• Equipment used: cherry picker/order picker, walkie‑rider pallet jack, RF scanner

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• One (1) year or more related warehouse and/or powered industrial truck experience preferred
• Valid forklift operator's license, certified
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be punctual with a good attendance record
• Performs work independently with minimal supervision
• Possesses a high degree of initiative and self‑motivation
• High accuracy and attention to detail, even under pressure
• Must be able to lift and/or push/pull up to 35 lbs and stand for long periods
• Works safely using health‑and‑safety methods and a flexible schedule on various shifts

Important Note

Some positions require additional screening that may include employment and education verification, motor vehicle records check, a road test, and/or badging or background requirements of the customer to which you are assigned.

Responsibilities

• Perform warehouse functions including loading, picking, packing, shipping, receiving, forklift operation, and cycle counting.
• Follow performance measurement guidelines of the contract.
• Accurately pick, pack, audit, tote‑induce, stage products, and load/unload trucks.
• Manage day‑to‑day paperwork in a warehouse environment (picking sheets, returns, bills of lading, etc.).
• Provide technical and maintenance support for automated packing system during core shift hour of production.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EEO Statement

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, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.