Warehouse Material Handler Lead

The Warehouse Material Handler coordinates and leads activities within a designated work area focusing on accurate and safe inventory management to meet or exceed both customer and company requirements. This role involves taking a proactive approach to ensure efficient operations while leading by example in daily tasks.

• Position Type: Full-Time/Hourly (Non-Exempt)

• Work Location: Onsite Mundelein IL 60060

• Shift: 7:00 AM 5:30 AM

• Payrate: $32 per hour

• Lead day-to-day work activities readily respond to team members issues and concerns and ensure all Distribution tasks are completed according to customer requirements and company standards.

• Assist in operating machinery and provide additional support to fill resource gaps in designated department when needed

• Facilitate training for new employees providing feedback to the Manager and Supervisor on their progress and specific learning needs

• Delegate routine tasks to team members audit their work for quality and accuracy and offer coaching to enhance performance

• Assist in preparing the warehouse for customer visits audits (both internal and external) and tours ensuring a professional presentation

• Support productivity tracking data input and reporting to maintain operational efficiency

• Utilize JDE RFS and RF technology to transact the movement of inventory and ship product

• Pick label stage wrap and load orders for shipment with precision and care

• Inspect materials finished products and machinery for defects ensuring adherence to quality standards

• Provide guidance to the manufacturing and operations team in interpreting existing processes and policies while assisting in the development of efficiencies and process improvements

• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Experience: Minimum of 4-6 years of experience. Experience driving powered industrial equipment.

• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills

• Intermediate mathematical skills

• Proficient in using computers and relevant software including JDE/MRP systems RFS and MS Office to manage inventory and streamline operations

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to foster teamwork encourage collaboration and motivate team members

• Strong interpersonal skills to build positive working relationships and effectively resolve conflicts

• Good problem-solving skills to identify issues analyze situations and implement effective solutions promptly.

• Must be able to push/pull objects up to 30 pounds

• Must have the dexterity to handle small objects

• Required to stand for extended periods

• Frequent bending and stooping