Lead Warehouse Associate - Outbound, 1st Shift

Neovia Logistics; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Neovia Logistics is seeking a Warehouse Associate Lead for the 1st Shift in Joliet, IL. You will oversee outbound operations, mentor staff, and ensure accurate processing of customer orders while upholding safety and quality standards.

This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating daily activities, managing workflow, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced distribution environment. The position emphasizes teamwork, precise documentation, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of warehouse, logistics, distribution, or supply chain experience.
• Prior leadership, team lead, or trainer experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of warehouse operations and material handling processes.
• Ability to read, write, and interpret work instructions, shipping documents, and operational reports.
• Basic math and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.
• Experience working in a fast-paced distribution environment preferred.
• Logistics and supply chain experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support outbound warehouse associates in daily operations.
• Ensure the accurate receiving, processing, storage, movement, and shipment of products and materials.
• Verify quantities, product information, destinations, and shipment timelines using various source documents.
• Train and mentor team members on warehouse procedures, safety standards, and best practices.
• Operate and oversee the use of warehouse equipment, including machinery used for weighing, banding, wrapping, and packaging.
• Promote and enforce safe operation of mechanical, motorized, and electrical equipment.
• Complete and review warehouse documentation and specialized clerical tasks with accuracy.
• Monitor workflow and assist in resolving operational issues to maintain productivity goals.
• Partner with management to support continuous improvement initiatives and operational objectives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Leadership

Team training

Communication

Reading docs

Job description

Neovia Logistics is seeking a Warehouse Associate Lead for the 1st Shift in Joliet, IL. You will oversee outbound operations, mentor staff, and ensure accurate processing of customer orders while upholding safety and quality standards.

This hands-on leadership role requires coordinating daily activities, managing workflow, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in a fast-paced distribution environment. The position emphasizes teamwork, precise documentation, and operational excellence.