Rotating Warehouse Lead - 1st Shift

Our Collective of Brands; Forest View (IL); Sur place; USD 63 039 000 - 68 770 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Midwest Food Services seeks a Rotating Warehouse Lead to oversee morning shift operations, supervise a bilingual team, and ensure safe material handling in a fast-paced warehouse. You will drive accuracy in receiving, storage, and order picking while maintaining productivity and a strong safety culture.

You will operate forklifts, conduct safety checks, and collaborate with supervisors to meet staffing and operational goals.

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
• 2+ years in a lead or senior warehouse role.
• Forklift certification and safe operation experience.

Responsabilités

• Lead daily warehouse tasks on the morning shift, focus on cooler/stock handling.
• Operate forklifts and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Communicate clearly with bilingual team members and coordinate across shifts.
• Support inventory counts and report discrepancies in real time.

Connaissances

Bilingual English/Spanish

Team leadership

Strong communication

Outils

Forklift operation

Safety protocols

Description du poste

Location: 6500 W 51st Chicago, IL 60638

Hourly Rate: $22-$24

Schedule : Monday- Saturday 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM

Who We Are

Midwest Food Services is a leader in the Asian food service industry, bringing a diverse range of ethnic cuisines, such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai, to the table. Our corporate headquarters in Chicago is where we house our fully integrated food processing, manufacturing, logistics, and worldwide supply chain services all under one roof. With distribution centers spanning the US, over 2 million square feet of warehousing space, and a fleet of more than 1,000 trucks, we're the go-to when it comes to reliable delivery services.

At Midwest Food Services, we believe that teamwork and collaboration are the keys to success. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and honesty in everything we do and building strong relationships with our clients. We're looking for individuals who share our values and are committed to excellence. Join our team and contribute to our culture of collaboration and integrity while growing your own skills and expertise. Together, we'll deliver high-quality products and exceptional service to our clients and achieve great things.

What You’ll Do

As the Rotating Warehouse Lead, you will oversee and support day-to-day warehouse operations for the morning shift, ensuring efficient material handling, team coordination, and operational accuracy. Your role will be hands‑on, leading by example, operating equipment safely, and maintaining clear communication with both English- and Spanish-speaking team members. You will play a key role in upholding our safety standards and workflow efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Daily Operations & Team Coordination

• Lead warehouse associates in daily tasks, primarily in the cooler, including receiving, storage, staging, and order picking
• Assign work, provide direction, and monitor task completion to ensure productivity
• Collaborate with supervisors to support operational goals and staffing needs
• Assist in onboarding and training new team members

Equipment & Safety

• Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment
• Conduct equipment checks and enforce safety protocols
• Promote a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment

Communication & Bilingual Leadership

• Communicate effectively with team members in both English and Spanish
• Relay instructions and operational updates clearly across shifts and departments
• Foster a culture of accountability, respect, and inclusivity

Inventory & Accuracy

• Support accurate order picking and inventory counts
• Identify and report discrepancies or inefficiencies in real time
• Assist with basic data entry and documentation when needed

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (preferred)
• Minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience in a lead or senior associate role
• Proven forklift experience and certification (required)
• Ability to pass an on-site assessment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet throughout the shift
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills
• Comfortable working in cold storage or refrigerated environments
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented setting