Logistics Lead I: Forklift Certified & Team Lead

Maker's Pride; Carol Stream (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Maker’s Pride, LLC is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Lead to oversee material movement operations on the loading docks and in the warehouse. You will supervise employees, train staff on work standards, enforce GMPs and safety rules, and coordinate forklift loading of ingredients and packaging onto customer trucks.

The role requires strong leadership, good communication, and the ability to work with little supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Forklift license or ability to obtain one.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to work with little supervision.
• Understands FIFO concept.
• Basic math and reading skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise material handling and loading operations.
• Train and motivate crew to meet standards.
• Enforce GMPs and safety policies.
• Coordinate forklift loading to customer trucks.
• Perform inventory checks and maintain records.
• Maintain organized, clean work area.
• Communicate issues to supervisor.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Forklift operation

Basic math

Detail oriented

FIFO knowledge

Supervision

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Maker’s Pride, LLC is seeking a Shipping and Receiving Lead to oversee material movement operations on the loading docks and in the warehouse. You will supervise employees, train staff on work standards, enforce GMPs and safety rules, and coordinate forklift loading of ingredients and packaging onto customer trucks.

The role requires strong leadership, good communication, and the ability to work with little supervision.