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Warehouse Operations Lead

NFI, Manteno, IL, United States


Overview
The

Warehouse Operations Lead

has general responsibility to assist in coordinating and supervising all warehouse activities on a daily basis. Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor, this position is responsible for directing work assignments in a manner consistent with company service and cost objectives.

Responsibilities

Work closely with shift leadership to accomplish shift goals

Oversee and coordinate warehouse processes such as receiving, put away, picking, and loading of products.

Direct work assignments to employees

Provide daily hands‑on support in Material Handling and Forklift responsibilities

Drive compliance with safety, quality, and productivity goals in support of warehouse leadership team objectives

Brainstorm and suggest new ideas on how to improve processes to supervisor

Communicate professionally, both orally and written, to internal and external partners

Communicate problems, concerns, and ideas to management; assist in finding solutions to problem areas.

Ensure efficient and safe operation of all material handling equipment

Train new and current employees on operational SOPs and WIs

Ensure the warehouse is clean and orderly; including but not limited to organizing and rotating inventory, maintaining product labels, sweeping warehouse, and assist in staging orders for delivery

Ensure product is stored safely and in the proper place.

Assist in maintaining the security of the warehouse

Additional duties as assigned by the warehouse supervisor or manager.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required

Experience in a fast‑paced warehouse environment.

Experience with Warehouse Management System

Computer applications using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Ability to handle changing priorities and use good judgment in stressful situations.

Good visual acuity to inspect shipments.

Ability to input data on the computer to create a daily inventory report.

Accuracy in record‑keeping and in sorting, checking, counting, and verifying items received.

Strong time management, organizational, planning and self‑motivation skills.

MHE experience or desire to learn MHE.

Must have attention to detail

Must have excellent customer service skills

Attention to detail

We are excited to share the base hourly rate for this position is

$22.68 -$30.24/HOUR . NFI takes into consideration applicants' qualifications, experience, education, geographic location, when determining a starting rate of pay.

Employees are also eligible for a robust benefit program, which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Coverage, 401k Plan, Wellness Program, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Paid Parental Leave, among other benefit plan options.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals With Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

LA County Applicants: The Company will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws.

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