OPT Warehouse Operations Manager Jobs
Warehouse Operations Manager roles involve overseeing logistics, inventory systems, and team coordination across distribution and fulfillment centers. For F-1 OPT students, these positions qualify under business operations or industrial engineering fields. Your 12-month OPT window, or 24-month STEM extension if eligible, gives you real runway to pursue employer sponsorship.
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We are immediately hiring a Warehouse Supervisor in Lathrop, CA 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
- Annual Salary Pay: $70,000 - $75,000 per year based on experience
- Schedule: 2nd Shift - Monday-Friday from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm PST
SUMMARY
The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for the daily operation of their respective area of the warehouse and the direction of the hourly workforce to achieve and exceed distribution center performance goals of production, employee relations, safety, service quality and cost. The Warehouse Supervisor reports to the Logistic Manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Responsible to meet department productivity and quality goals. Complete Human Resources paperwork and other administrative tasks as assigned.
- Coordinate department activities and special projects to ensure quality and meet timetables. Coordinate with Logistics Manager for appropriate staffing levels.
- Direct staff in the development, analysis and performance of job tasks. Supervise staff in accordance with company policies and procedures. Assist staff to resolve complex or out of policy operation problems.
- Conduct interviews, hire new staff and provide employee orientation. Coach and provide career development advice to staff.
- Responsible for staff scheduling to include work assignments/rotations, employee training, employee vacations, employee breaks, overtime assignments, back-up for absent employees and shift rotations. Schedule and conduct staff meetings to include attending LM meetings and monthly review meetings with the SLM.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure the safety and welfare of the staff, this includes OSHA training, forklift training, MAZ Mat training, etc.
- Evaluate department processes. Recommend and coordinate needed changes based on process analysis.
- Establish employee goals and conduct employee performance reviews.
- Communicate with other Supervisors and Managers.
- Serve on committees and teams as department representative.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor's degree Related field (or equivalent experience will be considered).
Experience
One (1) to three (3) years or more experience 1-3 years Warehouse Receiving.
SKILLS
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors).
- Ability to work independently and as a 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.
KNOWLEDGE
- User knowledge of SAP; advanced level.
- User level knowledge of Windows and MS Office; advanced level.
TRAVEL
None.
Job Category: Supply Chain
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.
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:
70000
Maximum Pay Range:
75000
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 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 Warehouse Supervisor in Lathrop, CA 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
- Annual Salary Pay: $70,000 - $75,000 per year based on experience
- Schedule: 2nd Shift - Monday-Friday from 3:00 pm to 11:30 pm PST
SUMMARY
The Warehouse Supervisor is responsible for the daily operation of their respective area of the warehouse and the direction of the hourly workforce to achieve and exceed distribution center performance goals of production, employee relations, safety, service quality and cost. The Warehouse Supervisor reports to the Logistic Manager.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Responsible to meet department productivity and quality goals. Complete Human Resources paperwork and other administrative tasks as assigned.
- Coordinate department activities and special projects to ensure quality and meet timetables. Coordinate with Logistics Manager for appropriate staffing levels.
- Direct staff in the development, analysis and performance of job tasks. Supervise staff in accordance with company policies and procedures. Assist staff to resolve complex or out of policy operation problems.
- Conduct interviews, hire new staff and provide employee orientation. Coach and provide career development advice to staff.
- Responsible for staff scheduling to include work assignments/rotations, employee training, employee vacations, employee breaks, overtime assignments, back-up for absent employees and shift rotations. Schedule and conduct staff meetings to include attending LM meetings and monthly review meetings with the SLM.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Ensure the safety and welfare of the staff, this includes OSHA training, forklift training, MAZ Mat training, etc.
- Evaluate department processes. Recommend and coordinate needed changes based on process analysis.
- Establish employee goals and conduct employee performance reviews.
- Communicate with other Supervisors and Managers.
- Serve on committees and teams as department representative.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Education
Bachelor's degree Related field (or equivalent experience will be considered).
Experience
One (1) to three (3) years or more experience 1-3 years Warehouse Receiving.
SKILLS
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, supervisors).
- Ability to work independently and as a 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.
KNOWLEDGE
- User knowledge of SAP; advanced level.
- User level knowledge of Windows and MS Office; advanced level.
TRAVEL
None.
Job Category: Supply Chain
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.
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:
70000
Maximum Pay Range:
75000
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 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 OPT Sponsorship as a Warehouse Operations Manager
Target logistics companies with established H-1B track records
Large third-party logistics providers and e-commerce fulfillment companies file H-1B visa petitions regularly. Focus your applications on employers with documented sponsorship history rather than smaller warehousing operations that may lack HR infrastructure for visa processing.
Align your degree field with the operations management function
Consular officers and USCIS both scrutinize degree-to-role alignment. Industrial engineering, supply chain management, and business operations degrees map cleanly to this title. Be ready to explain how your coursework directly applies to warehouse systems and logistics oversight.
Use your OPT period to demonstrate measurable operational impact
Document every efficiency improvement, cost reduction, or throughput gain you deliver. Concrete metrics make the sponsorship case easier for employers to justify internally and support stronger H-1B petition narratives when the time comes.
Raise sponsorship early, not after an offer is extended
Discussing your OPT status and sponsorship timeline during first-round interviews prevents late-stage offer complications. Employers who won't sponsor rarely change position after investing in interviews, so qualify them upfront and save everyone time.
Understand your STEM OPT eligibility before your first job ends
If your degree is in industrial engineering, logistics, or a related STEM field, you may qualify for a 24-month extension. File the extension application at least 90 days before your current OPT expires to avoid any gap in work authorization.
Build relationships with operations directors, not just HR recruiters
Hiring managers in warehouse operations often have more influence over sponsorship decisions than HR. A director who values your impact on throughput or safety metrics can advocate internally for the visa costs in ways that a recruiter simply cannot.
Warehouse Operations Manager OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Warehouse Operations Manager role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, provided your degree field relates to the job function. Degrees in industrial engineering, supply chain management, business administration, or operations management support a clean degree-to-role match. Roles requiring only general management skills without a specific degree requirement can raise issues, so confirm your hiring employer treats the position as a specialty occupation before accepting an offer.
Can I find Warehouse Operations Manager jobs that sponsor OPT students on Migrate Mate?
Yes. Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically for international students and workers who need visa sponsorship, so you're not sorting through postings that exclude OPT candidates. Browsing Migrate Mate for Warehouse Operations Manager roles saves time by surfacing employers who have already indicated willingness to work with sponsored candidates.
Does a Warehouse Operations Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It can, depending on your degree. If you hold a degree in industrial engineering, systems engineering, supply chain management, or another STEM-designated field, and your employer is enrolled in E-Verify, you may qualify for the 24-month STEM extension. Operations management degrees from business schools may not qualify. Check the DHS STEM Designated Degree Program List against your specific CIP code.
What happens to my OPT authorization if I change warehouse employers mid-authorization period?
You can change employers on OPT without filing anything new, but your new role must still qualify under the same field as your original OPT authorization. Report the employer change in your SEVP portal within 10 days. If you're on STEM OPT, your new employer must also be enrolled in E-Verify, and you'll need to update your I-983 training plan with your DSO.
How do employers typically sponsor Warehouse Operations Manager OPT hires for long-term status?
The most common path is H-1B sponsorship, filed each April for an October 1 start date. Employers in operations and logistics with ongoing hiring needs sometimes also pursue EB-3 green card sponsorship through PERM labor certification, which doesn't require winning a lottery. Discuss both timelines with your employer before your OPT expiration approaches, since PERM alone can take two to three years.