Shift Lead: Cold Storage Warehouse

Penske Logistics

Wilmer (TX)

On-site

USD 66,124,800 - 71,635,200

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k)

Associate Referral Program

$125 boot allowance after 90 days of;

Job summary

Penske Logistics is seeking a Lead Warehouse Worker for a fast-paced warehouse environment in Wilmer, TX. The role offers a base wage of $22.50 per hour plus a $1.00 shift differential and a Sunday–Wednesday schedule starting at 2:30 pm to finish.

We provide a competitive benefits package including PTO, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and a boot allowance after 90 days. Candidate must meet forklift and supervisory requirements with ability to work overtime in a cold storage

Qualifications

2 years of warehouse experience required.
2 years of inventory or materials management experience preferred.
1 year of supervisory experience required.
High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
Prior forklift experience required.
Basic computer skills including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint preferred.
Flexible to work overtime required.
Ability to work in a cold storage environment required.
Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
Willingness to work the required schedule, work at the specific location required.

Responsibilities

Monitor workflow throughout the shift, proactively identify operational issues, resolve problems, and adjust priorities to maintain efficiency in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment.
Serve as a resource for associates by answering questions, providing training, supporting conflict resolution, and stepping into frontline warehouse roles as needed to ensure customer commitments are met.
Operate powered industrial equipment, including stand‑up forklifts and electric pallet jacks (EPJ), to move, stage, load, unload, and store materials safely and efficiently.
Lead and support a team of warehouse associates by providing daily direction, coaching, and coverage to ensure productivity, safety, and operational goals are achieved.
Promote and lead safe work practices by maintaining a clean work environment, following all company safety policies, and supporting food safety and quality requirements where applicable.
Assist with opening and running the shift, including conducting shift huddles in the absence of the Operations Supervisor, communicating priorities, and providing timely updates on attendance and operational performance.
Cross‑train in multiple warehouse functions during the first 90 days, with the ability to perform and provide coverage for roles such as order selector, forklift operator, sanitation, and clerk as business needs require.
Perform additional operational, administrative, and leadership responsibilities as assigned to support business needs, including covering for other leads or supervisors during absences and ensuring all daily work is completed before the end of the shift.
Other projects and tasks assigned by supervisor.