Warehouse Team Lead - Overnight Shift

Kuehne_Nagel•Piscataway, NJ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Kuehne+Nagel is seeking a Warehouse Lead, Store Flow, to oversee day-to-day department operations and support seamless workflow and team performance. The role works closely with the supervisor and team members to support operational success and may provide coverage across departments as business needs dictate. The schedule is Thursday through Monday, 7:30 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a warehouse, distribution, or operations environment.
Working knowledge of warehouse processes, WMS platforms, and inventory control practices.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with a focus on teamwork and customer service.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, data entry, and reporting.
Strong problem-solving abilities and the capacity to prioritize, multitask, and drive results.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively.

Nice To Haves

AS400 experience.

Responsibilities

Support daily operations and provide coverage across departments as business needs dictate.
Coordinate team workloads, communicate priorities, and assist with daily exceptions to help meet operational goals.
Monitor and maintain reports, KPIs, productivity metrics, work orders, overtime tracking, and end-of-day dashboards.
Respond to emails, inquiries, and requests in a timely and professional manner to deliver strong customer service.
Investigate operational issues, research pending orders, perform root cause analysis, and coordinate IT support when needed.
Train and support associates on processes and SOPs while fostering a productive, team-oriented work environment.
Maintain department supply inventory, track critical equipment, and uphold housekeeping and 5S standards.
Promote safety and QSHE compliance, support continuous improvement initiatives, and assist with audits, meetings, and special projects as required.