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Operations Specialist roles qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, where your employer files with DOL to establish no qualified U.S. workers are available. Roles involving supply chain coordination, process improvement, or cross-functional project management typically meet the skilled-worker or advanced-degree requirements that support a permanent sponsorship petition.
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We are immediately hiring a Traveling Supply Chain Operations Specialist, for our Supply Chain Solutions division. Apply here today to speak with a Recruiter about the position and perks of joining our Ryder Ever Better Team.
- Pay Type: Exempt / Salary paid twice per month
- Target Salary: $55,000 - $62,000/year
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, and weekends as needed
- Flexibility needed to work weekend days as necessary to meet business needs
- Additional compensation paid for additional days
- Experience with automotive manufacturing materials management/movement is preferred
- Flexibility for 90% travel
- Position can be based out of Novi, MI, Lansing, MI, Fort Wayne, IN, Arlington, TX, Spring Hill, TN, or Toledo, OH, and other locations if meets business needs.
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.
Here are a few of the many benefits when working with us:
- 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
Apply Here With Ryder Today
We want YOU to join our family made up of Proud Women and Men in Logistics who work alongside Military Reserve and Veterans we hire every day!
EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran
Summary
- Position does not manage WHSE or Driver team members
The Supply Chain Ops Specialist is responsible for the specialized operational function(s) for assigned work group(s) in a SCS logistics operation. This role has a unique skillset to provide specialized/customized service for SCS customers and/or site location. Position responsibility may include advanced troubleshooting on systematic processes, resolution decision making to avoid logistical errors, specialized reporting or processes for MGT, etc. This position could provide direct supervision and will assist with new hire training, processes, routines, etc.
May interact with carriers and/or the customer based on the complexity and scope of the account.
All work is subject to review by location Ryder Corporate Process Owners such as Finance, Human Resources, Safety, Ops etc. Error could result in customer dissatisfaction, loss of inventory, loss of profit, safety or security incident.
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 judgment 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: 90%
Job Category: Supply Chain
Compensation Information
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
- Pay Type: Salaried
- Minimum Pay Range: $55,000
- Maximum Pay Range: $62,500
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.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
Current Employees:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
Job Description
We are immediately hiring a Traveling Supply Chain Operations Specialist, for our Supply Chain Solutions division. Apply here today to speak with a Recruiter about the position and perks of joining our Ryder Ever Better Team.
- Pay Type: Exempt / Salary paid twice per month
- Target Salary: $55,000 - $62,000/year
- Schedule: Monday-Friday, and weekends as needed
- Flexibility needed to work weekend days as necessary to meet business needs
- Additional compensation paid for additional days
- Experience with automotive manufacturing materials management/movement is preferred
- Flexibility for 90% travel
- Position can be based out of Novi, MI, Lansing, MI, Fort Wayne, IN, Arlington, TX, Spring Hill, TN, or Toledo, OH, and other locations if meets business needs.
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.
Here are a few of the many benefits when working with us:
- 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
Apply Here With Ryder Today
We want YOU to join our family made up of Proud Women and Men in Logistics who work alongside Military Reserve and Veterans we hire every day!
EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Veteran
Summary
- Position does not manage WHSE or Driver team members
The Supply Chain Ops Specialist is responsible for the specialized operational function(s) for assigned work group(s) in a SCS logistics operation. This role has a unique skillset to provide specialized/customized service for SCS customers and/or site location. Position responsibility may include advanced troubleshooting on systematic processes, resolution decision making to avoid logistical errors, specialized reporting or processes for MGT, etc. This position could provide direct supervision and will assist with new hire training, processes, routines, etc.
May interact with carriers and/or the customer based on the complexity and scope of the account.
All work is subject to review by location Ryder Corporate Process Owners such as Finance, Human Resources, Safety, Ops etc. Error could result in customer dissatisfaction, loss of inventory, loss of profit, safety or security incident.
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 judgment 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: 90%
Job Category: Supply Chain
Compensation Information
The compensation offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s relevant experience; education, including relevant degrees or certifications; work location; market data/ranges; internal equity; internal salary ranges; etc. The position may also be eligible to receive an annual bonus, commission, and/or long-term incentive plan based on the level and/or type. Compensation ranges for the position are below:
- Pay Type: Salaried
- Minimum Pay Range: $55,000
- Maximum Pay Range: $62,500
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.
Should you have any questions regarding the application process or to verify the legitimacy of an interview or Ryder representative, please contact Ryder at careers@ryder.com or 800-793-3754.
Current Employees:
If you are a current employee at Ryder, please click here to log in to Workday to apply using the internal application process.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Operations Specialist
Align your credentials to PERM's education requirement
PERM labor certifications for Operations Specialist roles typically require a bachelor's degree in business, operations management, or a related field. Document any non-U.S. credentials with a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved agency before your employer begins the audit.
Target employers with active PERM filing history
Search OFLC disclosure data for companies that have filed PERM applications under SOC codes tied to operations roles. Employers who have navigated the process before move faster and are less likely to stall at the recruitment-documentation stage.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsoring employers
Search for Operations Specialist roles on Migrate Mate to surface employers with verified green card sponsorship history. Filtering by EB-2 or EB-3 eligibility upfront saves you from pursuing offers that collapse when the PERM question arises.
Verify your offered wage meets the prevailing wage determination
Before signing an offer, look up the OFLC Wage Search to confirm your offered salary meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your region and job zone. A wage shortfall discovered mid-PERM forces the employer to restart recruitment, delaying your priority date.
Clarify the PERM recruitment timeline before accepting
PERM requires the employer to complete a supervised recruitment process, which typically runs 60 to 90 days before filing. Ask whether your employer has completed a prevailing wage determination and how long their legal team has handled labor certifications.
Understand how O*NET classification affects your petition category
USCIS and DOL use the O*NET occupation profile to assess whether your Operations Specialist role qualifies under EB-2 or EB-3. Roles classified at Job Zone 3 or 4 with a required bachelor's degree typically support EB-3 Professional or EB-2 filings, respectively.
Green Card Operations Specialist: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Operations Specialist role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 green card sponsorship?
Operations Specialist positions can qualify under either category depending on how the role is defined. EB-3 Professional applies when the job requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as business or supply chain management. EB-2 applies when the position requires an advanced degree or your employer can demonstrate the role demands specialized expertise beyond a standard four-year degree. Your employer's attorney determines the correct category during the PERM stage.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for Operations Specialist roles?
The PERM process leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work authorization, which means there is no annual renewal cycle or lottery risk. H-1B visa is subject to a cap and requires reselection every three years unless you extend or change employers. PERM takes longer upfront, often 18 to 36 months from labor certification through I-140 approval, but the result is a path to lawful permanent residency that an H-1B extension cannot provide.
What documentation should I prepare before an employer begins my PERM filing?
Gather certified translations and NACES-approved evaluations of any foreign academic credentials, as DOL requires the employer to demonstrate your qualifications match the job description. You should also document prior work history with employer letters that confirm job titles, dates, and duties. If your degree was issued outside the U.S., the evaluation timeline, which can run four to eight weeks, should not overlap with the employer's recruitment window.
How can I find Operations Specialist jobs that sponsor green cards?
Most job postings do not explicitly advertise green card sponsorship, which makes filtering by employer history far more reliable than searching by keyword. Migrate Mate lets you search Operations Specialist roles by verified EB-2 and EB-3 sponsorship history, so you can identify employers who have successfully completed PERM filings for comparable positions before you apply.
Can my employer file my PERM while I am on a nonimmigrant work visa?
Yes. Employers frequently initiate PERM labor certifications for employees already working in the U.S. on H-1B or other nonimmigrant status. Starting PERM early matters because your priority date, which determines your place in the green card queue, is not established until the I-140 immigrant petition is filed after PERM is certified. For most countries other than India and China, EB-3 priority dates for Operations Specialist roles are currently current, meaning no extended wait after I-140 approval.