at Goodwill TalentBridge, LLC in Libertyville, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Goodwill TalentBridge is seeking a motivated and results-driven Warehouse Lead to join our client’s team in Libertyville.
In this role you will assist with the daily operations of the warehouse in shipping and receiving, ensuring a safe, efficient, and productive environment. As Warehouse Lead, you will supervise a team, delegate tasks, and oversee timely, accurate order fulfillment while maintaining high standards for safety, quality, and productivity.
Shift: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM Monday-Friday plus overtime based on business need.
Pay: $23/hr
Location: Libertyville, IL
Temp to hire
- Lead and motivate a team of warehouse associates to achieve productivity and accuracy goals.
- Collaborate with the Supervisor to assess staffing needs and allocate labor based on workflow (Pick-Pack-Ship).
- Oversee the picking, packing, and shipping of warehouse orders, ensuring tasks meet KPIs.
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols and maintain a safe working environment.
- Maintain accurate records of Work-in-Progress (WIP) inventory and shipping documentation.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
- Train and provide ongoing coaching to new warehouse associates.
- Troubleshoot order fulfillment issues and resolve inquiries promptly.
- Assist with planning and leading departmental and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to the development and training of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Dozuki documentation.
- Help identify root causes of shipping errors and contribute to corrective/preventative actions.
- Adapt to fast-paced environments and follow instructions effectively.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Manager.
EXPERIENCE & SKILLS REQUIRED:
- High school diploma or GED required.
- 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 (required)
Sounds interesting? APPLY NOW!!
WHY WORK WITH GOODWILL TALENTBRIDGE
MAKE NO MISTAKE. Our organization ALSO works on your behalf. If you have the experience, can prove your skills, and meet the qualifications listed, we listen to you and negotiate on your behalf.
Goodwill TalentBridge is a non-profit entity of Goodwill Industries, providing recruitment services for people, like you, and companies throughout Chicagoland and Milwaukee. The services we charge to companies directly supports our mission. So, THANK YOU for working with us! It is completely free to you.
APPLY TODAY with Goodwill TalentBridge and automatically be considered for other Warehouse & Manufacturing opportunities or anything else you wish to be considered for!
