Warehouse Lead, Friday - Sunday Shift

Office Depot•Carol Stream, IL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Lead Warehouse Specialist is responsible for overseeing daily shipping operations, ensuring timely and accurate shipment of goods, coordinating with team members, and maintaining compliance with company policies and safety regulations. The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunity to move and grow within our organization! You will be eligible to participate in an incentive program, paid in accordance with the Incentive Plan terms and conditions.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
3 years of experience in Warehouse, distribution, or supply chain.
Knowledge of warehouse management systems and equipment
Basic level of computer skills
Strong verbal and written English communication skills
Basic math skills
Knowledge of the operation of power/mobile equipment
Ability to lift a minimum of 70 pounds regularly, up to 150 pounds infrequently and operate manual pallet jacks
Physically able to handle repetitive lifting, climbing, standing, and walking
Must be able to perform the duties performed by the associates they lead
English competency required

Nice To Haves

Supervisory or leadership experience preferred
Experience in and familiarity with systems, tools, or processes preferred
Basic product knowledge
MS Office Suite
Additional training and/or certification on additional power equipment
Consistent job performance and positive behavior
Strong teamwork, attendance, and customer service
Professional appearance
Commitment to company core values

Responsibilities

Lead daily operations in a specific department to delivery and exceed key metrics, conduct tier 1 meetings, participate in safety committee, ensure appropriate workflow and labor distribution, address and resolve obstacles.
Assist management with safety and building security issues, allocate resources to perform comprehensive pre-shift walkthrough of the department to identify and address any safety risks, contribute to root cause accident analyses and resolution activities.
Partner and ensure ongoing communication with leadership in the other departments to balance volume and labor across the shift by helping to direct and coordinate workflow.
Develop ideas and suggestions for operational improvements utilizing LEAN practices.
Responsible for completion of all required paperwork and adherence to established Standard Operating Procedures.
Provide training and coaching to new and existing team members, including technical training, problem-solving resources, recognition and input for performance reviews.
Assist upholding a 5S culture by keeping the department clean, organized, and audit-ready.