Night Shift Order Picker Team Lead

Cavbeer; Indianapolis (IN); Hybrid; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Cavalier Distributing is seeking an Order Picker Team Lead to oversee warehouse shipping operations and team performance in our Indianapolis facility. This full-time role runs Monday through Friday, roughly 3:00pm until completion, with rare weekend shifts announced in advance.

You will drive safety, productivity, and quality by coaching staff, managing WMS use, slotting, and equipment, and partnering with the Operations Manager to meet daily objectives while maintaining a positive, compliant

Qualifications

• Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–3 years of commensurate supply chain experience or equivalent.
• Proficiency in Outlook, Word and Excel software applications.
• Experience with change management and driving improvement through communication.
• Technology background and ability to learn new programs quickly; Encompass a plus.

Responsibilities

• Managing to ensure operational and safety excellence.
• Safe environment and culture promotion through ongoing training, team engagement, and regular review.
• Efficient operation of WMS (warehouse management systems) and equipment.
• Slotting and product placement.
• Facility, equipment, and staff appearance and integrity.
• Coaching and training, promoting paths to success and retention.

Skills

Change management

Technology aptitude

Flexibility

On-call at various times

Able to work holidays

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Encompass experience

Job description

Description

Join the Craft Revolution
At Cavalier Distributing, we’ve built our reputation on a simple, bold belief: quality matters more than volume. While our roots are firmly planted in the world of craft beer, we have evolved into a premier destination for the entire beverage spectrum. We isn't just "the beer people"—we are the champions of the independent producer across every category. From artisan spirits and boutique wines to meads, ciders, and a rapidly expanding portfolio of premium non-alcoholic options like craft sodas, kombuchas, and functional waters, we curate the best-in-class innovators for our customers.

The warehouse is currently seeking a Order Picker Team Lead. This full-time position is Monday through Friday working approximately 3:00pm until all work is complete. (Almost no weekends. There are 3-4 weekends each year where we may require a weekend shift. We will let you know 2 weeks in advance if you will be required to work a weekend.)

What does Cavalier have to offer?

• Competitive Compensation: Start strong with a pay rate of $19.00 - $20.00 per hour, based on experience.


• Outstanding Benefits: Full-time benefits are available after just 60 days, including Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, Paid Time Off, and a unique Reimbursement Program for Craft Beer Purchases—fuel your passion on us!

The Team Lead is responsible for the success, productivity, and quality of supply chain distribution within the warehouse, and ensuring a safe and efficient place to work. The Team Lead's responsibilities include: Shipping Operations (Pickers), and/or Office Operations (e.g., Routers, Analysts, General Office Associates). The Team Lead works with the Operations Manager to develop strategies and objectives toward maximizing productivity. The Team Lead must, solve problems, and lead by engaging both their teams and themselves in the continuous pursuit of progress. Delegation is key by achieving their goals through teamwork and embracing and aligning their respective teams with the Operations Manager’s objectives.

Requirements

Principle Responsibilities:

• Managing to ensure operational and safety excellence


• Safe environment and culture promotion through ongoing training, team engagement, and regular review.


• Efficient operation of WMS (warehouse management systems) and equipment.


• Slotting and product placement.


• Facility, equipment, and staff appearance and integrity.


• Coaching and training, promoting paths to success and retention.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent


• 1-3 years of commensurate supply chain experience or equivalent


• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel software applications


• Previous change management experience (driving, influencing and inspiring change through communication


• Technology background, ability to learn new programs easily; Encompass experience would be a plus.


• Ability to work a flexible schedule. Ability to be on-call at various times. Able to work most holidays.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

• Integrity: Demonstrates responsible, ethical and honest behavior in all roles, tasks and responsibilities.


• Problem Solving: Reacts quickly and appropriately to problems; follows-up in a timely manner to issues not immediately resolvable; ties loose ends.


• Partnership: Creates a partnership-focused environment in which excellent service is provided to all customers


• Engagement: Motivates self and others to accomplish important objectives navigating a complex environment and multiple demands; creates a sense of urgency; delegates appropriately.


• Communication: Communicates clearly and concisely with all audiences; keeps others informed and listens both openly and carefully to input and feedback; adapts messages to fit audience.


• Strategic Planning: Demonstrates the ability to determine goals, direction and action steps necessary to solve short term immediate issues while maintaining traction towards long term objectives.

Physical Requirements:

• Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward.