3rd Shift - Warehouse Lead (Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun 8pm-6:30am)

CJ Logistics America; Elwood (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Warehouse Lead to oversee operations and foster a positive work environment. This role involves coaching and training employees, managing daily assignments, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in warehouse operations and a strong ability to lead and motivate a team. Join a growing company that values performance and offers opportunities for advancement in a supportive, high-performance culture. If you're ready to make a significant impact and drive improvements, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Full health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k)

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Open-door work environment

Opportunities for advancement

Competitive compensation package

Qualifications

• 3+ years of related experience in warehouse operations.
• Strong knowledge of operational procedures and safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and assign tasks to warehouse staff.
• Coach employees and ensure adherence to policies and procedures.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Coaching and Training

Interpersonal Communication

Conflict Resolution

Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Warehouse Management Systems

Job description

Position Overview

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for overseeing warehouse operations as directed by management. Additional responsibilities include coaching employees and providing work assignments to operation support roles. The Shift Lead must be a self-starter and a role model for employees.

Pay Range: $24.23 - $28.59 per hour.

Schedule: 3rd Shift (Thurs, Fri, Sat, Sun 8pm-6:30am)

Position Responsibilities

1. Proficient in all Senior Forklift Operator and other Operational Support job responsibilities
2. Primary responsibility is to provide daily assignments to Warehouse Associates, Forklift Operators, and operations support
3. Coach and provide on-the-job training to forklift operators and other warehouse employees
4. Conduct audits of policies/procedures in warehouse/trailers
5. Assist with scheduling and planning tasks/assignments for all warehouse staff
6. Contribute to process improvement
7. Ability to operate and lead a shift(s) as needed
8. Coordinate and collaborate with Warehouse Trainer to certify employee skill sets
9. Assist in conflict and resolution; fosters a positive employee relations climate

Qualifications and Requirements

1. Satisfies all Senior Forklift Operator job qualifications
2. At least three years of related work experience
3. Exemplifies operational excellence in all Forklift Operator responsibilities and functions
4. Extensive knowledge of CJ Logistics warehouse practices, policies, and procedures
5. Ability to teach and coach operational procedures to new hires and current employees
6. Strong interpersonal communication skills required
7. Ability to delegate and hand out work assignments

Skills Required for Certification

Job Specific

1. All Warehouse skills and positions knowledge
2. Guided Warehouse Operations Training up to 40 hours
3. Guided Leadership Training up to 16 hours
4. Basic Employment Law Training
5. Hands-on Training for Facilitators
6. Work distribution and labor management training
7. Leadership Communications
8. Workplace Culture
9. Leadership Safety Training
10. Employee Relations and Conflict Resolution
11. First Responder Training (if applicable)

General

Current CJ Safety & Compliance Training

Work Environment: This job operates in a warehouse environment

Pay, Benefits and More:

• Competitive compensation package
• Full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), Life insurance, tuition assistance, PTO and MORE!
• Growing company with a performance record that continues to climb!
• Opportunity to drive significant changes in Talent Acquisition with an ability to make an impact across the organization
• Open-door work environment
• High Performance culture with a focus on a growth mindset where continuous improvement is embraced
• Opportunities for advancement!

CJ Logistics About Statement:

CJ Logistics delivers integrated and multimodal logistics services, connecting every corner of the world via air, sea and land. As a lead logistics partner (LLP), third-party logistics provider (3PL) and supply chain consultant, we help customers leverage supply chain management as a competitive advantage, reducing total system costs, transforming business processes, improving service and facilitating growth and change. With a focus on social responsibility and sustainability through growth with customers and communities, we prioritize the wellbeing of the end consumer, our customers, and our employees. CJ Logistics is responsible for the North America region, specializing in solutions for regulated industries such as food and beverage, consumer-packaged goods, healthcare and medical supplies, and tire and automotive.

CJ Logistics is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We prohibit discrimination and or/harassment of any type, including but not limited to discrimination and or harassment based upon race, religion, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy or relation medical conditions, childbirth, breastfeeding, parental status, veteran and/or military statue, disability (physical or mental) medical condition, genetic information or characteristics, political affiliation, domestic violence survivor status, marital status, or other characteristics prohibited by federal, state, or local law. Additionally, CJ Logistics participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.