Warehouse Team Lead | Contract-to-Hire Job at Goodwill TalentBridge, Mundelein, IL

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  • Goodwill TalentBridge
  • Mundelein, IL

Job Description

Goodwill TalentBridge is seeking a motivated and results-driven Warehouse Lead | 2nd SHIFT to join our client’s team in the Libertyville area. This role is essential to the daily operations of our shipping warehouse, where you will foster a safe, efficient, and productive work environment.

About the Role - As a Warehouse Lead, you will lead a team of warehouse associates, delegate tasks, and ensure timely, accurate order fulfillment, all while upholding our client’s standards for safety, quality, and productivity.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and motivate a team of warehouse associates to meet productivity and accuracy goals.
  • Collaborate with the Supervisor to identify staffing needs and allocate labor effectively based on workflow (Pick-Pack-Ship).
  • Oversee the picking, packing, and shipping of warehouse orders, ensuring all tasks meet KPIs.
  • Enforce safety protocols and maintain a safe working environment.
  • Work cross-functionally with departments like Account Coordinators and Production staff to ensure seamless operations.
  • Maintain accurate records of WIP (Work in Progress) inventory and shipping documentation.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement efficiency-enhancing solutions.
  • Train new warehouse associates and provide ongoing coaching and development.
  • Troubleshoot order fulfillment issues and resolve inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Ensure the warehouse is clean, organized, and well-maintained.
  • Assist with planning and leading departmental and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Contribute to the development and training on Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Dozuki documentation.
  • Support 5S implementation and audits.
  • Assist with troubleshooting and root cause identification for shipping errors and corrective/preventative action initiatives.
  • Ability to adjust and follow instructions in a fast-paced environment.
  • Contributes to the completing of projects on time, using project management software to manage the projects.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.

Qualifications - High school diploma or GED required.

Required Skills

  • 2-3 years of experience in warehouse operations with supervisory or lead responsibilities.
  • Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop a team.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in English and perform basic math.
  • Proficiency in warehouse management practices; experience with WMS (Warehouse Management Systems) is a plus.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and MS Teams is required.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience operating an electric pallet jack (required) and stand-up reach truck (preferred).

Pay range and compensation package -$26.00 /hr. along with Major Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Holidays, Pet Insurance, and more! After successful completion of the contract period.

Job Tags

Contract work, Work at office, Holiday work,

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