Distribution Lead — Warehouse Ops & Team Leadership

Southwire Company, LLC; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k & Pension

Health, Life, Dental & Vision

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Parental Leave

Employee Referral Program

Additional Benefits

Growth opportunities

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC in Carol Stream, IL is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support daily production and material handling. The role requires operating machinery, assisting supervision, and ensuring safe, efficient performance in a fast-paced environment.

You will commonly lift 50–75 pounds, read and follow instructions, and work with others to meet deadlines. A high school diploma and forklift license are required, with benefits including 401k, health insurance, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must obtain a valid forklift truck operator's license.
• Able to read, count, do simple math and write legibly.
• Able to use word processing tools and computer-based systems.
• Must follow written and verbal instructions explicitly.

Responsibilities

• Assist supervisor to keep department operating efficiently.
• Perform supervisory duties as needed.
• Accommodate the needs of operators as needed.
• Operate machinery or perform jobs in other departments as needed.
• Assist supervision in regard to safety, housekeeping and employee performance.

Skills

Reading

Counting

Basic math

Writing

Following instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift license

Job description

Southwire Company, LLC in Carol Stream, IL is seeking a Warehouse Associate to support daily production and material handling. The role requires operating machinery, assisting supervision, and ensuring safe, efficient performance in a fast-paced environment.

You will commonly lift 50–75 pounds, read and follow instructions, and work with others to meet deadlines. A high school diploma and forklift license are required, with benefits including 401k, health insurance, and paid time off.