Team Lead

Kuehne+Nagel; West Jefferson (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuehne+Nagel is seeking a Warehouse Team Lead in Ohio to coordinate and supervise daily logistics activities, ensuring efficient operation of the assigned area. You will lead a team, operate material handling equipment, and oversee inventory accuracy, while adhering to health and safety policies.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2+ years in warehousing, 1+ year in leadership, forklift experience, WMS familiarity, and basic technical skills. OT and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in a warehouse environment.
• 1+ year of experience in a leadership role.
• Forklift operating experience.
• 1+ years of experience working with WMS.
• Basic computer navigational skills.

Responsibilities

• Make recommendations to improve operations and processes
• Operate material handling equipment
• Lead a team of Warehouse Associates
• Foster a culture of belonging in a diverse workforce where all associates feel included, valued, and safe
• Help develop processes to ensure the efficient operation and use of all warehouse equipment
• Implement processes to ensure the safety of all personnel, equipment, and property
• Oversee the warehouse housekeeping program
• Ensure current, accurate inventory control and that customer orders are picked and shipped
• Follow health and safety policies that follow company and OSHA regulations
• Be available to work overtime and weekends

Skills

Leadership

Basic computer skills

Technical and mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

WMS software

Forklift operation

Office/Windows navigation

Job description

It\'s more than a job

As part of the Contract Logistics team at Kuehne+Nagel, you will play a key role in designing, managing, and optimizing solutions that keep goods moving efficiently. Whether you\'re leading a team, engineering processes, or driving projects, your work ensures that our customers\' products are stored, handled, and delivered with precision. From everyday essentials to seasonal items, what we do in Contract Logistics impacts businesses and communities around the world. At Kuehne+Nagel, your contribution goes far beyond the warehouse— it helps shape the flow of global trade. This position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for current or future employer sponsorship. You will have general responsibility for coordinating and supervising daily logistics activities to ensure the full and efficient operation of your assigned area. You will be paid weekly at $25.00 per hour

How you create impact

• Make recommendations to improve operations and processes


• Operate material handling equipment


• Lead a team of Warehouse Associates


• Foster a culture of belonging in a diverse workforce where all associates feel included, valued, and safe


• Help develop processes to ensure the efficient operation and use of all warehouse equipment


• Implement processes to ensure the safety of all personnel, equipment, and property


• Oversee the warehouse housekeeping program


• Ensure current, accurate inventory control and that customer orders are picked and shipped


• Follow health and safety policies that follow company and OSHA regulations


• Be available to work overtime and weekends

What we would like you to bring

• High school diploma or equivalent


• 2+ years of experience in a warehouse environment


• 1+ year of experience in a leadership role


• Forklift operating experience


• Basic technical and math skills


• 1+ years of experience working with WMS


• Basic computer navigational skills

What\'s in it for you

At Kuehne+Nagel we strive daily to inspire, empower, and deliver not only to our customers, but also to our colleagues. We offer a dynamic global work environment with opportunities for excellent training programs and career mobility. Base salary is part of a competitive total rewards package that includes health and welfare benefits, a 401k retirement savings plan, tuition reimbursement, and incentive compensation for eligible roles. Individual pay may vary from the target range and is determined by a number of factors including experience, skills, job location, internal pay equity, and other relevant business considerations. Kuehne+Nagel reviews pay ranges regularly to ensure competitive and fair pay based on industry market data. #On-Site

Kuehne+Nagel participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Individuals with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process may contact us by sending an email to kn.taaccommodations.com

Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools

AI tools may be used to support portions of the recruitment process, such as reviewing application materials or assisting with scheduling. These tools analyze information to help inform decision making; however, all hiring decisions are made by human reviewers.

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.

Kuehne+Nagel is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) and to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful retaliation. Kuehne+Nagel strictly prohibits all discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, color, age, national origin, ethnicity, religious creed or belief, physical or mental disability, marital or familial status, legally protected medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), gender (including gender identity and gender expression), sexual orientation, citizenship status, protected activity (such as opposition to or reporting of prohibited discrimination or harassment. Kuehne+Nagel will also make reasonable accommodations for disabled applicants and employees, including accommodations for pregnancy and childbirth, and for the sincerely held religious beliefs of applicants and employees depending upon individual circumstances unless such accommodation would create an undue hardship on Kuehne+Nagel.