Kenco Group
About the Position
The Warehouse Lead is responsible for acting as a coach/leader of warehouse associates. The job involves training teammates to fulfill daily tasks in addition to the Lead’s own responsibilities. Depending on the department, duties may include shipping/receiving, packaging, inventory control, general warehouse functions, or material handling (e.g., forklift operators). The Lead will also provide backup to the supervisor as needed.
Functions
Train new warehouse associates and forklift drivers and conduct Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) and annual recertification training.
Conduct EIP, performance, and maintenance observations.
Safely operate powered industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as clamp/slip sheet equipment; load, unload, and store materials/products in designated areas.
Complete applicable paperwork (e.g., shipping/tracking labels) per standard operating procedures and applicable regulatory agencies (DOT, IATA, IMDG, etc.).
Participate in inventory/cycle count activities as needed and report variances to leadership.
Perform daily safe inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks.
Ensure facility is inspection ready at all times for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.
Communicate and report any incidents to supervisor.
Ensure product rotation procedures are followed.
Review and analyze daily production reports.
Serve as backup to other warehouse roles, as needed.
Depending on specific department, other duties may apply.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED preferred; ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
Minimum 2 years prior warehouse/distribution operations experience and 6 months related leadership or supervisory experience or training in a distribution environment.
Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.
Competencies
Action Oriented – taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
Collaborates – building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Decision Quality – making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Optimize Work Processes – knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Situational Adaptability – adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
Travel Requirements
This position is not expected to travel.
Disclosures
For California residents – please enter or copy/paste the address below into your address bar to review an important notice regarding Kenco’s privacy policy:
CCPA Notice .
The statements above describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Per company policy, all internal job postings expire 14 days from the date they are posted.
Approximate Pay Range $20.89 - $31.36
Benefits Offered
Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life and Supplemental Life
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
401(k)
Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
Employer Paid Holidays – 10 days
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kenco Group by 2x.
Location Channahon, IL
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Functions
Train new warehouse associates and forklift drivers and conduct Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) and annual recertification training.
Conduct EIP, performance, and maintenance observations.
Safely operate powered industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as clamp/slip sheet equipment; load, unload, and store materials/products in designated areas.
Complete applicable paperwork (e.g., shipping/tracking labels) per standard operating procedures and applicable regulatory agencies (DOT, IATA, IMDG, etc.).
Participate in inventory/cycle count activities as needed and report variances to leadership.
Perform daily safe inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks.
Ensure facility is inspection ready at all times for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.
Communicate and report any incidents to supervisor.
Ensure product rotation procedures are followed.
Review and analyze daily production reports.
Serve as backup to other warehouse roles, as needed.
Depending on specific department, other duties may apply.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GED preferred; ability to pass a background check and drug screen.
Minimum 2 years prior warehouse/distribution operations experience and 6 months related leadership or supervisory experience or training in a distribution environment.
Must be a licensed forklift operator or be able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.
Competencies
Action Oriented – taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
Collaborates – building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
Decision Quality – making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Optimize Work Processes – knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
Situational Adaptability – adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
Travel Requirements
This position is not expected to travel.
Disclosures
For California residents – please enter or copy/paste the address below into your address bar to review an important notice regarding Kenco’s privacy policy:
CCPA Notice .
The statements above describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met to perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Per company policy, all internal job postings expire 14 days from the date they are posted.
Approximate Pay Range $20.89 - $31.36
Benefits Offered
Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Basic Life and Supplemental Life
Short Term and Long Term Disability
Paid Parental Leave
401(k)
Paid Time Off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
Employer Paid Holidays – 10 days
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Kenco Group by 2x.
Location Channahon, IL
#J-18808-Ljbffr