Lead Warehouse Associate — Training & Ops Champion

C.H. Robinson; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Lead Warehouse Associate to train, coach, and oversee our warehouse team. You will ensure safe loading/unloading of freight, manage process improvements, and resolve issues to boost efficiency.

This role requires dependability, attention to detail, and safety-mindedness in a fast-paced environment. Typical hours are Monday–Friday, 6:00am–2:30pm, with responsibilities across receiving, loading, picking, and shipping.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of warehouse operations experience.
• Certified forklift operator.
• Must complete a pre-employment drug screen.
• Site Specific: Ability to work flexible hours and days.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Site Specific: Ability to speak Spanish.

Responsibilities

• Support warehouse supervisory team in SOP adherence and implementation.
• Assist with WMS training and troubleshooting to maintain organization.
• Receive goods from customers and suppliers; inspect, weigh, measure, and report discrepancies or damages.
• Operate stand-up/sit-down forklifts and hand jacks for palletization and wrapping.
• Load and unload trailers/ocean containers safely and efficiently.
• Prepare outbound loads; match paperwork, labeling, and ULD prep.
• Sign off Bills of Lading; verify counts and damages.
• Stage cargo safely and maintain cleanliness and organization.
• Ensure quality standards per SOPs and customer requirements, rework if needed.
• Contribute to new SOP development for new business or processes.
• Site: cross-functional duties include receiving, loading, picking, shipping.

Skills

Warehouse operations

Forklift operator

Physical stamina

Verbal communication

Spanish language

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WMS

Job description

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Lead Warehouse Associate to train, coach, and oversee our warehouse team. You will ensure safe loading/unloading of freight, manage process improvements, and resolve issues to boost efficiency.

This role requires dependability, attention to detail, and safety-mindedness in a fast-paced environment. Typical hours are Monday–Friday, 6:00am–2:30pm, with responsibilities across receiving, loading, picking, and shipping.