Team Lead - Hybrid

Job Description

Job Description

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Team Lead for a contract position with a National Freight Company located in Bedford Park, IL. This is a 6+ month contract opportunity.

Compensation: $26.00 per hour, W2

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dependable, hands-on Team Lead to lead daily warehouse and e-commerce fulfillment operations. The ideal candidate will oversee the team and ensure orders are picked, packed, and shipped accurately and efficiently while fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, support, and inspire a team of associates to meet performance goals while fostering a positive and inclusive work environment
• Take ownership of daily operations by assigning tasks, balancing labor, and guiding workflows to keep everything running smoothly
• Drive a culture of safety, quality, and accountability by ensuring adherence to SOPs and maintaining a clean, organized workspace
• Coach and develop team members through hands-on training and mentorship, helping them build skills and grow within the organization
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, quality, and efficiency across areas such as picking, packing, and shipping
• Identify opportunities to streamline processes and implement improvements that enhance operational performance
• Partner with cross-functional teams including Safety, Operations, Loss Prevention, and Human Resources to achieve shared business goals
• Serve as a central point of communication—keeping managers, support teams, and associates aligned and informed
• Support onboarding and continuous development to build a high-performing, engaged team
• Proactively address challenges, remove obstacles, and escalate concerns when needed to keep operations on track
• Adapt to changing priorities and play a key role in supporting peak and high-volume periods

Primary Requirements:

• At least 18 years old and authorized to work in the United States
• Able to work a full-time schedule (40 hours/week) with flexibility for overtime as needed
• Comfortable in a physically active role—lifting up to 49 pounds, standing/walking for up to 12 hours, and performing tasks such as bending, reaching, and climbing stairs
• Able to work in varying conditions, including different noise levels and temperatures (including outdoor areas)
• 1+ years of experience using Microsoft Office products and applications
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends
• Ability to perform the physical requirements of the role

Desired Skills:

• Previous experience leading or supervising a team
• Experience in a fast-paced environment such as manufacturing, distribution, warehousing, or retail
• Familiarity with performance metrics and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to coach, motivate, and develop others

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals.

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10:

• Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years
• The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years
• Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average)
• Behavioral Health Platform
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account
• Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance
• 401K
• Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
• Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF, and Illinois)

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all of our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website.

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.