Shipping Lead (2nd Shift)

Bosch USA; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift premium

Job summary

HydraForce, a Bosch Rexroth company, is seeking a Shipping Team Leader to coordinate daily shipping operations, lead team members, and ensure accurate, on-time order fulfillment. You will verify parts, manage BOMs, and collaborate across departments to resolve issues and support continuous improvement.

Strong forklift/ERP experience and TWI training will be valuable. The role requires English proficiency, familiarity with HydraForce products, and safety-conscious leadership in a manufacturing

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with HydraForce products and ability to identify parts accurately preferred.
• Experience with small parcel and freight shipping preferred.
• Experience using RF scanners and SAP or other ERP systems required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily receiving, packing, staging, and shipping activities to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment.
• Provide hands-on leadership, guidance, and training to shipping team members, adjusting work assignments and staffing based on operational needs.
• Receive valves from Assembly and verify product identification, quantities, and accuracy.
• Identify incorrect, mixed, or defective parts and resolve discrepancies as needed.
• Coordinate with Customer Service, Accounting, Purchasing, Assembly, and other departments to resolve issues and support on-time delivery.
• Monitor workflow, productivity, quality, and safety, identifying opportunities to improve performance.

Skills

RF scanners

English proficiency

TWI Trainer

Q-Pulse knowledge

HydraForce products familiarity

Forklift operation

Teamwork and communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

SAP

Job description

Company Description

HydraForce, a Bosch Rexroth company under the compact Hydraulics offers one of the most comprehensive lines of high-quality hydraulic cartridge valves for the mobile and industrial equipment markets. We design and manufacture high performance valves that meet virtually any need encountered in machine design. HydraForce cartridge valves are designed to fit a wide range of industry-common valve cavities. Our employees enjoy a fast-paced and challenging work environment that provides them with daily opportunities to Power Forward their careers. For over 40 years, HydraForce has been producing the most innovative electro-hydraulic control solutions for the mobile machinery and industrial equipment markets.

Bosch Rexroth

Bosch Rexroth is one of the world’s leading providers of drive and control technologies. Regardless of the motion task that customers face anywhere in the world, they will always find a Bosch Rexroth team with the local experience and the appropriate know-how from more than 30 industries and all drive and control technologies. Our associates take on their customers’ challenges with passion and persistence until the right solution is found. This is what makes Bosch Rexroth a strong, reliable partner for Mobile Applications, Machinery Applications and Engineering and Factory Automation. As the Drive & Control Company, we develop, produce, and distribute our components and system solutions in over 80 countries.

Job Description

Position Summary

The Shipping Team Leader coordinates daily shipping operations to ensure customer orders are accurately packed, processed, and shipped on time. This hands-on role supports team members, coordinates workflow, maintains inventory and documentation accuracy, and ensures compliance with safety and quality standards. The Team Leader works closely with other departments to resolve issues, improve efficiency, and support customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily receiving, packing, staging, and shipping activities to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment.
• Provide hands-on leadership, guidance, and training to shipping team members, adjusting work assignments and staffing based on operational needs.
• Receive valves from Assembly and verify product identification, quantities, and accuracy.
• Identify incorrect, mixed, or defective parts and resolve discrepancies as needed.
• Collect materials for Manifold Assembly and verify quantities against the bill of materials (BOM).
• Match manufacturing orders (MOs) to kit orders, using knowledge of customer orders (COs), manufacturing orders, and production schedules.
• Ensure products are properly packaged, labeled, organized, and prepared for shipment according to customer and company requirements.
• Audit shipments and verify order accuracy, packing specifications, and shipping documentation.
• Prepare and verify bills of lading (BOLs), advance ship notices (ASNs), and shipping letter of instruction (SLI) requests.
• Maintain accurate shipping records and enter required information into company systems.
• Monitor shipping supplies and maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Coordinate with Customer Service, Accounting, Purchasing, Assembly, and other departments to resolve issues and support on‑time delivery.
• Monitor workflow, productivity, quality, and safety, identifying opportunities to improve performance.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that reduce costs, improve accuracy, and increase efficiency.
• Maintain required training and qualifications for shipping operations and serve as a TWI trainer.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and quality standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Leadership Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily work assignments and support adequate staffing to meet shipping demands.
• Train, coach, and support team members to ensure consistent work practices and quality.
• Monitor workflow and address issues that affect productivity, safety, or shipment accuracy.
• Promote teamwork, accountability, communication, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Familiarity with HydraForce products and the ability to identify parts accurately preferred.
• Experience with small parcel and freight shipping preferred.
• Experience using RF scanners and SAP or other ERP systems required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Basic to intermediate computer skills.
• Ability to coordinate workflow and collaborate effectively across departments.
• TWI Trainer qualification required.
• Q-Pulse knowledge required.
• Familiarity with material-handling equipment, including electric banders, aerial lifts, stackers, electric pallet jacks, and skid wrappers, preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and teamwork skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to repetitively lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to push carts carrying heavy loads.
• Ability to perform the physical activities necessary to support shipping operations, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment

Work is primarily performed in a manufacturing and warehouse environment, with seasonal temperature variations and moderate to high noise levels. Required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn in accordance with company safety standards and may include safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and safety shoes.

Additional Information

Compensation range: $20.00-$23.00 USD per hour, plus an additional $2 shift premium when start time is 2:00pm or later

Indefinite U.S. work authorized individuals only. Future sponsorship for work authorization unavailable.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans