Group Lead, Shipping

Alpha Baking Co., Inc. • Chicago, IL

18d

About The Position

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist in overseeing shipping personnel during assigned shift
Fill in for the Shipping Supervisor in their absence
Separate and organize product by depot locations
Unload product from incoming trucks
Communicate and coordinate with producing plants to ensure smooth operations
Perform administrative tasks including printing worksheets, data entry, and
managing emails (sending, receiving, and responding)

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

Assist other departments as needed
Complete additional duties and special projects as assigned

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently
Ability to push/pull hand carts
Ability to operate a forklift or stand-up rider (after training)
Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
Ability to read and write in English (bilingual Spanish is a plus)
Ability to perform basic math functions
Ability to follow and enforce all company safety and GMP policies

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently
• Ability to push/pull hand carts
• Ability to operate a forklift or stand-up rider (after training)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Ability to read and write in English (bilingual Spanish is a plus)
• Ability to perform basic math functions
• Ability to follow and enforce all company safety and GMP policies
• Basic computer proficiency (email, data entry, document handling)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 6 months experience in a warehouse setting preferred
• Prior leadership experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in overseeing shipping personnel during assigned shift
• Fill in for the Shipping Supervisor in their absence
• Separate and organize product by depot locations
• Unload product from incoming trucks
• Communicate and coordinate with producing plants to ensure smooth operations
• Perform administrative tasks including printing worksheets, data entry, and managing emails (sending, receiving, and responding)
• Assist other departments as needed
• Complete additional duties and special projects as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees