Warehouse Lead (Freight Department) – 2nd shift

WeatherTech • Bolingbrook, IL

25d

About The Position

The Warehouse team is seeking a Warehouse Lead in our Freight Department to assist with the coordination, monitoring, and leadership of the daily operations of the Warehouse department. This is a great opportunity to join our 2nd shift with $1.00 differential - 2:00-10:30pm teams! As a Warehouse Lead you will

Requirements

• Strong problem solving, communication, and leadership skills
• Ability to communicate work instructions and feedback in a simple and respectful manner
• Demonstrate a high level of professionalism and a positive attitude
• A high degree of attention required to prevent accidents and injuries
• A high degree of attention for shortages, delays, work stoppages, and other issues that lead to downtime or efficiency loss
• Dependable, with an excellent attendance record
• Flexible to work weekends and overtime, as required
• Have an excellent attendance record with no disciplinary action
• Able to read, write, and understand verbal and written work orders/instructions in English
• Possess basic math, measuring, and computer skills
• A high degree of attention and detail required to prevent accidents, injuries, and quality issues

Responsibilities

• Prioritize assigned department team’s daily work assignments by reviewing and analyzing reports; delegate work assignments to team members based on individual skill level and business demands; monitor email for updated reports; reprioritize work as new reports are generated and reassign team members throughout the shift as needed
• Monitor and supervise assigned team ensuring all employees are working safely and efficiently while staying on task
• Research and resolve any discrepancies found on reports, BOLs, etc.
• Train new and existing team members on company and departmental policies and procedures, including safety protocols; enforce all company policies, procedures, and protocols
• Train new and existing team members on different functions of the work area to ensure all are able to perform all tasks properly; share knowledge and best practices to help aid efficiency and productivity
• Maintain thorough knowledge and understanding of all processes and responsibilities of assigned work area
• Fill in as necessary for any Warehouse team members; perform daily work during down time
• Participate in daily shift meetings to share any pertinent information or issues between shifts, promoting interaction and communication between all three shifts and related departments
• Assist in resolving employee concerns and conflict; inform supervisor of any incidents; counsel employees on performance as necessary; maintain confidentiality and respect privacy and sensitive information in regard to all employee matters
• Perform all job functions in compliance with safety guidelines and company policies/procedures
• Work a full-time schedule; work overtime as business demands including extended hours and/or weekends
• Keep work area in a clean and orderly condition, clean and maintain equipment
• Performs other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Outstanding BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois medical plans; as well as dental, vision, short- and long-term disability, and company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees