Second Shift Warehouse Lead: Inventory & Safety

Northern-Illinois-Food-Bank; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Northern Illinois Food Bank is seeking a Lead Warehouse Associate for the second shift at our Geneva location. You will act as the primary operational lead, directing workflow, monitoring inventory, and guiding teammates to maintain efficient distribution.

The role requires at least two years in warehouse operations and a certificate or demonstrated proficiency with powered industrial lift trucks. You will work in refrigerated and frozen environments, upholding safety and food safety standards.

Qualifications

• Certificate or proficiency operating powered industrial lift trucks (PILTs).
• Minimum two years of warehouse, distribution, or inventory experience.
• Experience providing work direction or informal leadership in a warehouse.
• Ability to read and write in English.
• Ability to work in refrigerated, frozen, and other warehouse environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills; ability to coordinate across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate second shift warehouse activities to ensure orders are picked, staged, and ready for distribution.
• Monitor inventory levels and complete replenishment activities to maintain product availability.
• Serve as primary contact for second shift operational issues and communicate updates to first shift leadership.
• Support onboarding and training of new team members and provide day-to-day guidance on processes.
• Promote safety and monitor compliance with warehouse safety standards.
• Maintain food safety by stocking in refrigerated and frozen environments and keeping areas orderly.
• Pull, prepare, and stage orders according to schedules and priorities.
• Load and unload trucks and store products in designated locations.
• Complete paperwork and assist with inventory transactions, cycle counts, and cleanliness.
• Conduct daily powered industrial lift truck safety checks and report issues.
• Follow food safety protocols per Feeding America and AIB guidelines.

Skills

PILTs proficiency

Communication & teamwork

English literacy

Task prioritization

Education

Certificate or proficiency operating powered industrial lift trucks

Job description

Northern Illinois Food Bank is seeking a Lead Warehouse Associate for the second shift at our Geneva location. You will act as the primary operational lead, directing workflow, monitoring inventory, and guiding teammates to maintain efficient distribution.

The role requires at least two years in warehouse operations and a certificate or demonstrated proficiency with powered industrial lift trucks. You will work in refrigerated and frozen environments, upholding safety and food safety standards.