1st Shift Warehouse Lead, Outbound

PFG | Performance Good Group • Indianapolis, IN

8d • $19 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

Green Rabbit, a leading e-commerce grocery distributor specializing in cold chain delivery, is seeking a first-shift Warehouse Lead for its facility in Whitestown, Indiana. Green Rabbit is part of Vistar, a subsidiary of Performance Food Group Company. The position oversees and guides the warehouse crew under the direction of a warehouse manager or supervisor, maintains warehouse work areas, and assists with shipping and receiving while following safety regulations and quality standards. The Warehouse Lead supports the efficient flow of product, works as a team member, and performs other duties as assigned.

The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 6:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The role works in dry, cooler, and freezer environments and requires working Sundays and assigned overtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience.
• 1–2 years of experience in a warehouse and/or distribution environment.
• Ability to work scheduled and assigned times and required overtime.
• Ability to work in dry, cooler, and freezer environments.
• Ability to stand, walk, reach, and lift repeatedly throughout the shift.
• Ability to lift and stack products weighing 10–35 pounds and occasionally up to 80 pounds throughout the shift.
• Pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• 2–4 years of warehouse and/or distribution experience using a forklift and/or pallet jack.
• Team Lead experience.
• Administrative support work experience.
• Experience with warehouse systems such as Voxware, scanning, AS400, or formula-based pay plans.
• Foodservice distribution or related industry experience.
• OSHA forklift operator certificate.

Responsibilities

• Follow company work methods, safety policies, and procedures; maintain a safe work area and promptly report unsafe conditions or acts.
• Obtain the work schedule and daily production paperwork and prepare for operations.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and safety gear.
• Perform daily safety checks of the assigned forklift or pallet jack in accordance with company policy.
• Meet productivity and accuracy standards.
• Assist warehouse crew members in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Check received items for damage and contact a supervisor about removing items according to company policy.
• Perform warehouse duties as business needs require, including selection, shipping, receiving, forklift put-away and replenishment, returns, and auditing.
• Provide oversight, direction, and input on work performed by associates in the assigned area.
• Perform housekeeping duties and keep the warehouse, loading dock, and trailers clean and clear.
• Replace batteries requiring recharge with charged batteries and complete vehicle inspection checklists.
• Secure equipment and complete required paperwork at the end of the shift.
• Provide backup support to warehouse management.
• Work Sundays.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Day 1 health and wellness benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401(k) employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Growth opportunities.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED