Team Lead, Whse - Warehouse

States Logistics; Fontana (CA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading third-party logistics company as a Warehouse Team Lead, where you’ll support a dynamic warehouse team in a fast-paced environment. This role requires strong leadership, effective communication, and the ability to enforce company policies. You'll also enjoy comprehensive benefits, including low medical premiums and growth opportunities through the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

Benefits

Competitive salary with merit increases

Paid Time Off

Holiday Premiums

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

401K with company matching

Low medical premiums

Qualifications

• 18 months of warehouse or logistics experience.
• At least 6 months of lead experience managing a team of 5 or more.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Support the Warehouse Supervisor in distributing workload assignments.
• Ensure enforcement of safety policies and procedures.
• Operate forklift and other machinery for warehouse tasks.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Teamwork

Job description

We are growing again and have an amazing opportunity for an experienced Warehouse Team Lead who is a team player. Must be highly motivated and have a strong work ethic.

2nd Shift Schedule: Monday - Friday / 1:30pm - 10:00pm
This position will require mandatory overtime including shifts up to 12 hours and Saturday work.

Compensation to Start: $22.25-$26.75 (depending on experience) + $1/hour shift differential

Job Duties:

• Support the Warehouse Supervisor and/or Manager in the distribution of workload assignments for the workgroup while providing support to warehouse representatives.
• Ensures consistent enforcement of company, safety, and department policies and procedures within the prescribed department(s) and reports problems or concerns to Warehouse Supervisor or Manager.
• As a working lead, you will still safely operate a forklift or other machinery to complete tasks such as loading, unloading, sorting, picking, stocking, staging, and transportation of goods.
• Performs other warehouse-related duties and projects as assigned.
• Find ways to cut waste with LEAN initiatives (if you don't know what LEAN is don't worry, we'll teach you!)

Qualifications:

• 18 months of warehouse or logistics experience and operations
• At least 6 months of lead experience with 5 or more employees
• Able to adapt in a fast-moving environment including handling multiple projects at one time
• Effectively communicate in writing and verbally to warehouse workers, CSRs, and leaders of all levels within the organization
• Ability to work Saturdays, holidays, and overtime when and if needed
• Communication skills both written and verbal

Additional Benefits:

• Merit increases for performance
• Paid Time Off (Vacation – Accrued starting with first check, Sick, and holiday– after 90 days of employment).
• Holiday Premiums for holidays worked (no wait time for this benefit! If your shift starts on a holiday, you’ll receive a holiday premium even if you are in your first 90 days!)
• Low medical premiums for you and your family – The company covers 70%
• Paid Life Insurance and AD&D.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) & 401K with company matching. (Employees own 42% stock in the company.)

Who We Are:
States Logistics Services, Inc. is a third-party logistics company (3PL) specializing in all aspects of supply chain management. Started in 1958, as a warehousing and trucking company with two customers, we have since grown to a fully integrated provider of third-party logistics services with an extensive client base. States Logistics currently has a combination of 13 public and contract warehouses in Southern California and Arizona servicing a wide range of industries. Our focus on service and operational execution has enabled us to be rated the "Best of the Best" within our customers' distribution networks. As an ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) organization our employees are the shared owners of the company and are dedicated to delivering exceptional levels of service to our customers.

E-Verify

States Logistics Services Inc participates in E-Verify. All newly hired associates are queried through this electronic system established by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Social Security Administration (SSA) to verify identity and employment eligibility.

States Logistics Services, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace. Must be able to successfully pass a background, physical, and drug screen.