Warehouse Lead

Job Description

Job Description

Located in Madison, WI

Salary: $21/hr

Express Employment Professionals is now hiring for a Warehouse Lead to join a growing distribution team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced warehouse professional who enjoys leading by example and working alongside their team in a fast-paced environment.

As the Warehouse Lead, you will oversee a small team of 3-6 associates while actively participating in daily warehouse operations. This is a hands-on leadership role, and the ideal candidate will be comfortable balancing team guidance with physical warehouse work throughout the day.

Pay: $21/hr

Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30 AM-5:00 PM

Responsibilities:

• Lead, train, and support a team of 3-6 case pickers.
• Provide direction to team members to ensure productivity and accuracy goals are met.
• Perform general warehouse duties, including:
  • Order picking
  • Loading and unloading shipments
  • Receiving inventory
  • Put-away activities
• Work alongside team members to complete daily case-picking responsibilities.
• Assist with cycle counts and physical inventory processes.
• Support supervisors in researching and resolving inventory discrepancies.
• Promote a safe, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Maintain accuracy and attention to detail while meeting production expectations.

Qualifications:

• Previous warehouse experience required.
• Prior leadership, lead, or supervisory experience preferred.
• Comfortable working in a physically active environment throughout the entire shift.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate with team members and supervisors.
• Experience with inventory control, cycle counting, or warehouse management systems is a plus.
• Stand-up forklift experience is preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent lifting, carrying, bending, reaching, and moving throughout the warehouse.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

About us:

Express works with job seekers to help find the right job for their skills and experience. As one of the leading staffing companies in Madison, Wisconsin, we're ready to help you take the next step in your career! Express has a wide range of jobs available including Administrative, Light Industrial, Skilled Trades, Professional positions, and more.

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