3rd Shift Warehouse Area Lead — Safety & SAP Ready

Central-Steel-; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K with company match

Paid vacation, sick, and holidays

Disability insurance

Telehealth and Wellness programs

Job summary

Central Steel & Wire is seeking an Area Lead for the 3rd shift (10:00 PM – 6:30 AM) to oversee the warehouse team and support the shift supervisor in achieving production goals. The role requires leadership capabilities and hands-on oversight of material handling equipment within a fast-paced service center environment.

The position emphasizes safety leadership, staff training, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining quality and timely execution.

Qualifications

• Pass a skills-based assessment evaluating reading, math, inspections & measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills.
• 3–5 years of experience in a related role.
• Experience operating equipment and identifying materials in a service center.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the warehouse team and assist the third shift supervisor with production and department goals.
• Operate motorized material handling equipment such as overhead crane, side loader, and forklift.
• Fill in where needed when short-handed or during high demand.
• Train staff to ensure task proficiency; coach, mentor, counsel, and develop.
• Lead pre-shift safety and production huddles.
• Ensure corrective actions to eliminate workplace hazards.
• Manage machinery breakdowns by directing repairs or arranging outside service as needed.
• Step in for management absences as required.
• Other duties as assigned or changed with or without notice.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Multi-tasking

Communication

Problem solving

Tools

SAP

Job description

Central Steel & Wire is seeking an Area Lead for the 3rd shift (10:00 PM – 6:30 AM) to oversee the warehouse team and support the shift supervisor in achieving production goals. The role requires leadership capabilities and hands-on oversight of material handling equipment within a fast-paced service center environment.

The position emphasizes safety leadership, staff training, and the ability to adapt to changing priorities while maintaining quality and timely execution.