Lead Warehouse Specialist - 2nd Shift (Training & SOPs)

C.H. Robinson; Plainfield (IN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Three medical plans with prescription

Health Savings Account

Dental and Vision

401(k) with 6% company matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid holidays and PTO

Paid parental leave

Flexible Time Off for U.S. salaried

Career development opportunities

Job summary

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Lead Warehouse Associate on 2nd Shift to guide and coach a warehouse team while ensuring safe loading/unloading of freight and maintaining efficient material flow. You will drive process improvements and resolve issues to raise overall performance.

You will supervise SOP adherence, operate WMS, and handle shipments with attention to safety and accuracy in a fast-paced environment. A forklift certification and flexibility are required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 2+ years of warehouse operations experience.
• Able to stand/walk for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Certified forklift operator.
• Pre-employment drug screen required.
• Ability to work flexible hours and days.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Familiar with Bills of Lading, shipping manifests, and delivery orders.
• Excellent verbal communication.
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Responsibilities

• Support SOP adherence and implementation with the warehouse supervisory team.
• Assist team using WMS, including training and troubleshooting.
• Receive goods by offloading/ loading vehicles; check paperwork and report discrepancies.
• Operate stand-up and sit-down forklifts for palletization, wrapping, and securing cargo.
• Load/unload trailers and ocean containers professionally and safely.
• Prepare outbound loads with paperwork, labeling, and ULD prep.
• Sign off Bills of Lading, verify counts and damages.
• Stage cargo safely and keep the warehouse clean and organized.
• Ensure quality standards per SOPs or customer requirements; rework as needed.
• Contribute to developing new SOPs for new business or process changes.

Skills

Forklift operation

Communication skills

Safety minded

Physical endurance

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

WMS (Warehouse Management System)

Stand-up/Sit-down forklift

Job description

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Lead Warehouse Associate on 2nd Shift to guide and coach a warehouse team while ensuring safe loading/unloading of freight and maintaining efficient material flow. You will drive process improvements and resolve issues to raise overall performance.

You will supervise SOP adherence, operate WMS, and handle shipments with attention to safety and accuracy in a fast-paced environment. A forklift certification and flexibility are required.