Warehouse Lead

American Lumper Service • Kansas City, MO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for an experienced Warehouse Lead who enjoys leading a team, keeping operations organized, and helping employees succeed. If you’re dependable, hands-on, and comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment, we’d love to hear from you! The ideal candidate is a strong communicator and team leader who can balance people, productivity, and daily warehouse priorities.

Requirements

• Previous warehouse leadership, lead, or supervisory experience
• Comfortable coaching and training employees
• Can prioritize tasks and manage multiple responsibilities
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Understand the importance of productivity, quality, accuracy, and customer service
• Must be available for the full Sunday–Thursday schedule
• Must be available for the 7:00 AM–4:00 PM training schedule during your first week
• Must be able to lift, push, pull, load, and unload 50+ pound boxes consistently for 8 to 10+ hours a day.
• Ability to work comfortably in a non-climate controlled warehouse (hot in the summer, cold in the winter).
• Must be a proven hard worker with a "can-do" attitude who thrives on physical labor.
• Excellent attendance record is non-negotiable.
• Must have reliable transportation to ensure you hit your shifts.
• Prior warehouse loading/unloading, construction, landscaping, or lumper experience is a plus, but not required if you have the right physical drive and stamina.
• Must undergo a background check
• Must be able to pass a drug test

Responsibilities

• Lead and support employees throughout daily warehouse operations
• Assign workloads and help determine appropriate staffing levels
• Conduct new-hire training and help employees get off to a successful start
• Monitor timekeeping, attendance, productivity, and employee performance
• Communicate daily job expectations and provide coaching when needed
• Build a positive, productive, and team-oriented work environment
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and productivity
• Monitor and report warehouse activities and performance
• Maintain accurate inventory and operational records
• Use reports and warehouse data to track and communicate operational status
• Keep work areas organized, clean, and operating efficiently
• Partner with customers to answer questions and resolve concerns
• Help ensure daily goals and customer service expectations are met or exceeded

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Available after 30 days
• Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrual begins on Day 1; PTO can be used after 90 days
• 401(k): Available after 180 days (6 months)
• On-Demand Pay: Access earned wages when you need them

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed