Warehouse Team Lead
Surge Staffing•Romeoville, IL
About The Position
We are seeking an experienced Outbound Warehouse Team Lead to support 2nd shift distribution operations. This hands-on leadership role is responsible for supporting daily outbound workflow, driving team performance, maintaining safety and quality standards, and ensuring accurate and on-time shipment of customer orders. The ideal candidate has strong warehouse experience, proven leadership ability, and a solid understanding of distribution processes, inventory control, and material handling operations.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in warehouse, distribution, or supply chain operations
- Prior experience in a lead or senior-level warehouse role preferred
- Forklift certification and hands-on MHE experience required
- Experience using RF scanners and Warehouse Management Systems (WMS)
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills
- Ability to read and interpret work orders, procedures, and policies
- Fluent in English (read, write, speak)
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (8+ hours per shift)
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in a lead or senior-level warehouse role preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead and support day-to-day outbound warehouse operations
- Monitor team productivity, quality, and performance metrics
- Assign workflow and manage labor resources effectively
- Ensure compliance with company policies, SOPs, and safety standards
- Investigate and report inventory discrepancies, safety concerns, and non-conformances
- Assist team members in resolving operational challenges
- Partner with other shift leads to improve overall warehouse performance
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
- Perform all outbound functions including picking, packing, labeling, inspection, and shipment verification
- Accurately complete Value Added Services (VAS) such as special labeling, packaging, documentation, and customer-specific requirements
- Separate and stage completed shipments by carrier and service level
- Operate material handling equipment (MHE) including forklifts as needed
- Conduct product inspections for damage and verify order accuracy
- Maintain warehouse housekeeping and organization standards
- Support other departments as needed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
