Distribution Warehouse Team Lead

Palmer-Donavin; Bluffton (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Palmer-Donavin is seeking a Distribution Warehouse Team Lead in Bluffton, IN to oversee daily material flows, support packaging, shipping, and quality control. You will drive efficiency, uphold procedures, and mentor a team while ensuring a safe, organized warehouse environment.

The role requires 2+ years in warehousing, ability to use an RF scanner, and forklift certification. Night shift, full-time, with emphasis on accuracy and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Minimum two years in warehousing or production environment.
• Experience operating an RF scanner and warehouse equipment.
• Certification to operate propane/electric forklifts and related gear is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor team members on SOPs, safety, and company values.
• Manage workflow, audit for accuracy, and report deficiencies to supervisors.
• Act as resource and problem-solver for routine operational issues.
• Oversee material movement, packing/unpacking, and freight verification.
• Keep equipment and storage areas clean, organized, and safe.
• Inspect work for quality and report safety concerns promptly.

Skills

Leadership

Team mentoring

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

RF scanner

Propane forklift

Electric forklift

Stock picker

Pallet jack

Reach lift

Side swing lift (Drexel)

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bluffton, IN 46714Position Type: Full TimeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: NightJob Category: WarehouseThe Distribution Warehouse Team Lead is responsible for overseeing daily pulled material processes while supporting accurate packaging, shipping, and quality control throughout warehouse operations. This role helps ensure operational efficiency by maintaining accountability to established procedures, supporting team development, and resolving workflow discrepancies.Success in this role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to support a safe, organized, and productive warehouse environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, train, and mentor team members on standard operating procedures, safety practices, and company values.
• Manage departmental workflow, audit work for accuracy, and communicate deficiencies or personnel concerns to supervisors.
• Serve as a resource and problem-solver for team members by proactively addressing routine operational issues.
• Perform and oversee material movement, packing and unpacking activities, and verification of incoming freight against packing slips.
• Ensure equipment and storage areas are maintained in a clean, organized, and safe condition while protecting inventory accuracy and quality.
• Inspect work for quality and identify, report, or correct safety concerns to maintain a safe working environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Two or more years of experience in warehousing or production.
• Ability to use an RF scanner.
• Certification to operate required warehouse equipment, including propane and electric forklifts, stock pickers, pallet jacks, reach lifts, and side swing lifts (Drexel) required.

Requirements

• Pre-employment drug screening