VAS Associate Posted Date 1 month ago(7/23/2024 2:12 PM) Requisition 2024-163618 Location (Posting Location) : State/Province SC Location (Posting Location) : City COLUMBIA Location (Posting Location) : Postal Code 29202 Category Logistics/Distribution/Transportation Management Employment Type Regular-Full time Travel Requirements 0-10% Position Code 1000941 Position Description

The purpose of the Warehouse Associate is to accurately transfer, package, kit or assemble product and materials, both physically and logically, to fulfill orders, inventory, and load/unload trailers.

Requirements High school diploma or equivalent preferredSix months of related warehouse experience required

One (1) year or more related warehouse experience preferred

Learn to operate powered industrial truck(s), such as: stand-up and sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet jacks, etc., including how to operate and maintain (change battery, recognize common mechanical issues) intermediate required

May be required to operate manual and/or automated other warehouse/manufacturing equipment (such as a packaging line) intermediate preferred

Powered industrial truck certification

Ability to read, do basic mathematics in English for the purpose of safety, work instructions, policies, etc

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds unassisted

Ability to input data into the WMS computer system (s) in use

Work overtime as assigned

Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors)

Ability to work independently and as member of a team

Flexibility to operate and self-driven to excel in a fast-paced environment

Capable of multi-tasking, highly organized with excellent time management skills

Detail oriented with excellent follow-up practices

Learn to operate powered industrial truck(s), such as: stand-up and sit-down forklifts, cherry pickers, pallet jacks, etc., including how to operate and maintain (change battery, recognize common mechanical issues) intermediate required

May be required to operate manual and/or automated other warehouse/manufacturing equipment (such as a packaging line) intermediate preferred

 

Responsibilities

Package, kit and/or assemble orders and materials.

Load and unload inbound/outbound trailers. Ensure all scanning is completed correctly. Help train dock employees on new procedures. Ensure facility is secure at end of shift; investigate/resolve scanning issues and housekeeping. Perform picking and packing duties. Check for evidence of product or container damage

Perform the assigned tasks as described in the location's policies and procedures standards to include handling of materials within associated logical transactions

Perform material moves with associated physical/logical transactions as required

Participate in workgroup and other team activities for the purpose of self improvement and improving warehouse operations and related business functions

Perform housekeeping duties for assigned area

Performs other duties as assigned

 

 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.

 

 

 

 

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