Warehouse Team Lead - Shipping (MON-FRI)

S&S Activewear•Lockport, IL

36d•Onsite

About The Position

S&S Activewear is seeking a Shipping Team Lead to support the shipping manager or supervisor and work directly with the shipping team. The role helps ensure employees follow procedures, understand goals and safety practices, and receive ongoing guidance as they complete assigned work. The Team Lead provides direction and feedback, helps address errors promptly, assists with training new and current employees, and supports upkeep of the Distribution Center. Employees must follow and enforce the guidelines in the S&S Activewear Employee Handbook. This is a full-time, non-exempt position scheduled Monday through Friday, 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., paying $23.43 per hour. The work takes place entirely in a warehouse, with temperatures ranging from warm to cool and moderate noise around warehouse machinery and equipment. The role involves operating warehouse equipment and may require overtime and flexibility if start or departure times change.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to read and speak English.
Must have reliable transportation.
Ability to follow detailed instructions.
Ability to operate warehouse equipment and machinery.
Comfort using electronic devices.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds on occasion, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Basic math skills, including counting, adding, and subtracting quickly and accurately.
Ability to identify colors, sizes, quantities, labels, and SKU information.
Must be flexible if start or departure times change.
Ability to work overtime when needed.
Ability to work independently without close supervision.
Must be able to wear required safety equipment, if applicable.
Must be able to stand and walk for an 8+ hour shift.
Must be able to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and handle items up to 50 pounds.
Moderate hand-eye coordination, near vision, far vision, and hearing are required to operate warehouse machinery.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Work with the leadership team on process improvements and provide support throughout the Distribution Center.
Monitor customer orders, receiving, stocking, staging, and shipping to ensure company standards for safety, security, accuracy, and productivity are met.
Operate required machinery in designated departments, which may include cherry pickers, reach trucks, forklifts, pallet jacks, and stock chasers.
Follow and work toward Key Performance Indicators for safety, quality, production, and efficiency.
Report and record discrepancies, damaged items, shortages, and unidentified packages.
Maintain required process and procedure audits.
Train in customer service duties as required.
Monitor and train new hires to support productivity and quality.
Maintain organization and cleanliness of the Distribution Center.
Follow standard operating procedures, safety rules, and regulations.
Act professionally and contribute to a focused, safe working environment.
Perform other assigned duties and cross-train as needed.
Provide guidance and direct feedback to team members, ensure proper processes are followed, and address errors quickly.
Assist with training new and current employees and the upkeep of the Distribution Center.
Adhere to and enforce the guidelines in the S&S Activewear Employee Handbook.

Benefits

Vacation, personal, and sick time.
Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
401(k) plan.
Discounts on brand-name apparel.
Employee appreciation events.
Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
Company-provided protective equipment when required.
A $100 stipend for safety-toe shoes after 90 days of employment if required for the role.