Warehouse Lead (Freight Department)

WeatherTech • Bolingbrook, IL

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About The Position

Warehouse Lead (Freight Department) 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 1st shift - 6:00am - 2:30pm or 2nd shift with $1.00 differential - 2:00pm-10:30pm teams! As a Warehouse Lead you will 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 

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