Shift Lead (warehouse production) 1st shift

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact.  

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our  Hybrid Work Model .

Job Description

Lead. Inspire. Make an Impact.
Join CHEP's Wilmington MA, team and take the lead in a fast-paced warehouse environment where safety, teamwork, and operational excellence come first. As a Shift Leader, you'll have the opportunity to develop and mentor employees, drive continuous improvement, and play a key role in delivering world-class operational performance. If you're a hands-on leader who thrives on solving challenges, building high-performing teams, and creating a culture of accountability and success, this is your chance to grow your career with a global industry leader.

Key Responsibilities May Include:

• Lead by example within the assigned functional area, offering guidance and support to peers, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring smooth production operations.
• Actively support production activities, stepping in during shifts or breaks to maintain workflow and operational continuity.
• Collaborate with plant administration to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures, promoting consistency and operational compliance.
• Assist Plant leadership in enforcing policies and procedures to maintain inventory accuracy and ensure operational efficiency.
• Act as the subject matter expert for specialized areas, such as forklift operations, pallet sorting, or repair lines, providing expertise and ensuring best practices are followed.
• Fulfill assigned production duties, ensuring quality and efficiency in line with plant performance goals.

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. 

What does that mean for you? You’ll join an international organization big enough to take you anywhere, and small enough to get you there sooner. You’ll help change how goods get to market and contribute to global sustainability. You’ll be empowered to bring your authentic self to work and be surrounded by diverse and driven professionals. And you can maximize your work-life balance and flexibility through our  Hybrid Work Model .

Job Description

Ready to take charge and make every shift count? CHEP in Wilmington MA, is searching for a dynamic 1st Shift Warehouse Lead who thrives in fast-paced environments and isn’t afraid to step up, take ownership, and elevate team performance. If you’re driven, hands-on, and hungry for growth with a global industry leader, this is your moment to lead boldly—and be recognized

Key Responsibilities May Include:

• Lead by example within the assigned functional area, offering guidance and support to peers, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring smooth production operations.
• Actively support production activities, stepping in during shifts or breaks to maintain workflow and operational continuity.
• Collaborate with plant administration to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures, promoting consistency and operational compliance.
• Assist Plant leadership in enforcing policies and procedures to maintain inventory accuracy and ensure operational efficiency.
• Act as the subject matter expert for specialized areas, such as forklift operations, pallet sorting, or repair lines, providing expertise and ensuring best practices are followed.
• Fulfill assigned production duties, ensuring quality and efficiency in line with plant performance goals.

Job Description

Ready to level up your manufacturing leadership career?

If you thrive in fast‑paced manufacturing environments, enjoy leading teams, and are eager to grow your leadership impact, this opportunity in Wilmington MA is for you.

As a Shift Lead, you’ll be at the center of plant operations, partnering closely with Plant Leadership to drive results and keep the operation performing at its best. You’ll lead teams through an assigned shift, make real‑time decisions, and play a vital role in delivering exceptional performance day after day.
If you’re ready for a hands‑on leadership role where your decisions matter and your career can grow, this could be your next great move.

Major/Key Accountabilities

• Assists with supervising the work of all production employees – monitors production and shipping schedules based on availability of raw and finished goods
• Provide hands-on peer leadership to production staff to support training and development, evaluate, motivate, delegate, and monitor their activities
• Support plant administration to ensure compliance to established policies and procedures
• Enforces policies and procedures to drive inventory accuracy
• Fills in for Operations Supervisor(s) as needed

What You Will Bring:

Experience

• Prior experience as warehouse lead or operations lead in a manufacturing environment preferred

Skills and Knowledge

• Safety First Mindset
• Communication Skills
• Delegation
• Shift Planning
• Inventory Control

What To Expect:

Additional Site Details

First shift production lead

• Hours: 6am-2:30PM 1st shift
• Overtime frequency: 3-5 times/week, as business needs
• Shift lead is responsible for managing hourly production activities alongside shift supervisor
• Required to learn all production job functions and may frequently perform those functions as a trainer or to fill absences.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and carry 78 lbs occasionally, less than 33% of their work shift
• Push and/or pull items with a maximum force of 34 lbs./feet

What We Offer: 

Employee Package

• Competitive Pay & Annual Bonus Structure
• Benefits Day 1!
• Paid Time Off plus Holiday Observances
• 401K w/ company match (up to 4%)
• FREE company-paid vision, short-term disability, and life insurance!
• FREE company-provided PPE and safety equipment
• Tuition reimbursement, parental leave, childcare assistance, profit sharing, and more!
• Starting at $23 per hour + annual bonus

Remote Type

Not Remote

Skills to succeed in the role

Adaptability, Computer Literacy, Data Literacy, Empathy, Experimentation, Mathematic Literacy, Scheduling, Taking Ownership, Teamwork, Understand Customers, Written Communication

Remote Type

Not Remote

Skills to succeed in the role

Adaptability, Computer Literacy, Data Literacy, Empathy, Experimentation, Mathematic Literacy, Scheduling, Taking Ownership, Teamwork, Understand Customers, Written Communication

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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