Job Opening: Warehouse Leads

Now Hiring for Warehouse Leads in McCook, IL

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for serving as a subject matter expert in warehouse operations, processes, and technology systems while providing day-to-day leadership and direction to warehouse team members. This role supports operational excellence by ensuring customer orders are fulfilled accurately, safely, and efficiently while promoting a positive team environment and maintaining compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Multiple shifts

Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Support

• Serve as a subject matter expert for warehouse processes, technology applications, and equipment.
• Lead by example and model company values, professionalism, and safety standards.
• Foster a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Direct and coordinate the work of warehouse associates as assigned by the Supervisor.
• Provide training and guidance regarding proper handling, storage, and shipment of customer products.
• Assist with problem-solving and operational decision-making within established guidelines.
• Promote workplace safety and ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures.

Warehouse Operations

• Ensure customer orders are picked, verified, packed, and shipped accurately and on schedule.
• Perform inventory counts and cycle counts as directed, making authorized inventory adjustments.
• Monitor warehouse activities to ensure productivity, quality, safety, and security standards are met.
• Delegate and oversee daily housekeeping duties to maintain an organized and safe facility.
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and company regulations.
• Fill customer orders safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established operating procedures.
• Load, unload, move, and store materials using forklifts and other warehouse equipment.
• Accurately scan freight and inventory transactions using warehouse management systems and RF scanning equipment.
• Complete required documentation and records thoroughly and promptly.
• Assist with loading customer merchandise while providing excellent customer service.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Three (3) or more years of warehouse, distribution, logistics, or related experience.
• Prior team lead or leadership experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and guide others.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify operational issues and implement practical solutions.
• Dependable with a strong attendance record and commitment to meeting deadlines.
• Ability to read, understand, and complete forms, checklists, and operational documents.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement.