Warehouse Team Lead

Epsen Hillmer Graphics Co • Omaha, NE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Epsen Hillmer is seeking a hands-on, experienced leader for its Shipping & Receiving team. The role ensures products are accurately packed, labeled, and shipped on time while maintaining an organized, safe, and efficient warehouse. This onsite position is at the company’s Omaha, Nebraska location at 132nd & L Street, with scheduled hours of Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., and flexibility to work additional hours as business needs require.

The Team Lead manages and develops Shipping and Receiving employees, oversees shipping and receiving operations and inventory systems, and maintains warehouse safety and organization. The role also applies Lean principles to improve workflows and coordinates with production, customer service, scheduling, and freight carriers to meet delivery commitments.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and able to pass a criminal background check, drug/alcohol screen, physical assessment, and audio and color vision tests. The position requires lifting and moving up to 50 pounds and standing, bending, and walking for extended periods in a noisy, rapidly evolving environment. Epsen Hillmer describes its culture as people-first and emphasizes Accountability, Dedication, Authenticity, and Willingness to Grow.

Requirements

• At least three years of shipping and receiving experience while overseeing a team.
• Previous experience in a similar role, such as Warehouse Team Lead, Shipping & Receiving Supervisor, or Shipping & Receiving Team Lead.
• Strong understanding of freight logistics, inventory control, and material flow.
• Proven experience leading and managing a team, including providing feedback, direction, and accountability.
• Experience working in Radius or similar manufacturing software.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work onsite at the Omaha, Nebraska location.
• Ability to lift and move 50 pounds and to stand, bend, and walk for extended periods.
• Comfort working in a noisy, rapidly evolving environment.
• Authorization to work in the United States and ability to pass a criminal background check, drug/alcohol screen, physical assessment, and audio and color vision tests.
• Willingness to learn and apply Epsen Hillmer’s approach to Lean practices and improvement.
• Ability to make decisions supporting employee safety, product quality, customer satisfaction, and company success.

Nice To Haves

• Printing industry experience, strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of offset, flexographic, or finishing operations.
• Familiarity with Lean, 5S, or daily improvement practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and hold Shipping and Receiving team members accountable for department goals and performance standards.
• Conduct weekly, quarterly, and annual L10 meetings with direct reports to review goals, discuss priorities, and align the team.
• Write and administer annual reviews and quarterly conversations, documenting performance, feedback, and development goals.
• Train, coach, and evaluate team members and ensure they follow safety and company policies.
• Supervise and coordinate shipping and receiving, including scheduling, packaging, labeling, and documentation.
• Verify incoming shipments for accuracy, quality, and damage, and communicate discrepancies to vendors or internal departments.
• Ensure outgoing shipments meet customer specifications, deadlines, and company quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records of incoming and outgoing materials in Radius, keeping system data current.
• Oversee forklift operation, material handling, and warehouse layout to support efficiency and safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment in compliance with OSHA and company standards.
• Apply Lean principles to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve workflow.
• Coordinate with production, customer service, and scheduling to prioritize shipments and meet delivery commitments.
• Manage carrier relationships and coordinate freight pickups, tracking, and billing.
• Make decisions that support employee safety, product quality, customer satisfaction, and company success.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Well-being programs.
• Life insurance.
• Generous paid time off.
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Eight paid holidays.
• Company growth opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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