Team Leader: Receiving

Aerotek; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Low health care premiums

Two planned shutdowns per year

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Aerotek in Lafayette, IN is seeking a Team Leader for Receiving to supervise a 35-person dock team and coordinate with truck drivers and production leadership. The role combines hands-on receiving duties with daily leadership, including organizing arrivals, unloading, staging, and inventory tracking.

The position runs 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. on a permanent basis, with potential overtime as needed. Strong leadership, forklift experience, and ERP data entry are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in a receiving/warehouse supervisory role
• Experience leading a dock team and coordinating with drivers
• Proficiency with forklifts and pallet jacks
• Experience with ERP/inventory data entry and SAP or similar systems
• Strong attention to accuracy in paperwork and cycle counts
• Commitment to safety and SWI/PPE adherence

Responsibilities

• Lead a dock team of about 35 receiving associates and serve as primary contact for drivers.
• Organize trucks, manage arrivals, and unload/stage materials for production.
• Train and coach associates in receiving activities and equipment use.
• Operate sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks for unloading and material movement.
• Coordinate with drivers and production leadership to ensure timely deliveries.
• Complete paperwork and data entry for incoming inventory in ERP system.
• Conduct safety audits and ensure PPE and SWI compliance.
• Act as working team lead in unloading, staging and inventory control.

Skills

Leadership

Hands-on supervision

Forklift operation

ERP / inventory data entry

Shipping/receiving processes

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Communication with drivers

Education

Manufacturing environment exposure

Tools

ERP systems

Excel-like programs

SAP

RF scanners

Job description

Job Title: Team Leader: Receiving

1st ($22.50) - 7a-330pm

Job Description

The Receiving Team Leader oversees a small team on the receiving dock, typically 35 employees, and serves as the primary contact for truck drivers and production leadership. This working lead role combines hands-on receiving activities with day-to-day leadership, including organizing incoming trucks and arrival times, unloading and staging materials for production, and accurately tracking incoming inventory in a computer-based system.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate a team of approximately 35 receiving associates on the dock, acting as the go-to person for drivers and the right hand to the department manager.

• Organize incoming trucks, manage arrival times, and ensure efficient unloading and staging of materials for production.

• Train, coach, and assist associates in performing all receiving activities, including proper use of equipment and adherence to procedures.

• Operate sit-down forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment to unload trucks and move materials safely and efficiently.

• Communicate proactively with truck drivers delivering loads, ensuring clear instructions and smooth dock operations.

• Work closely with production leadership to plan and coordinate timely delivery of raw materials to the production area to support continuous operations.

• Accurately complete all required paperwork and data entry related to incoming inventory, using an Excel-like or ERP-based tracking system.

• Maintain accurate safety and environmental records, ensuring compliance with all relevant policies and procedures.

• Perform cycle counts and verify the quality and quantity of incoming raw materials, addressing discrepancies and issues promptly.

• Monitor absenteeism within the team and assist with maintaining time and production records for associates.

• Take responsibility for all associates in the receiving area during emergencies, ensuring they understand and follow response procedures for all types of emergency events.

• Ensure associates meet Standard Work Instructions (SWI) and required personal protective equipment (PPE) standards at all times.

• Conduct safety audits in the receiving area, propose corrective actions, and help implement improvements to enhance safety and efficiency.

• Act as a working team lead by actively participating in unloading, staging, inventory control, and other hands-on tasks while providing daily direction to the team.

Essential Skills

• Proven leadership experience, at minimum in a team lead or similar supervisory role within a receiving or warehouse environment.

• Hands-on experience working on a receiving dock, including unloading trucks and communicating directly with drivers.

• Proficiency operating sit-down forklifts and pallet jacks in a fast-paced manufacturing or warehouse setting.

• Experience tracking incoming shipments using a computer-based inventory or ERP system, such as Excel-like programs, SAP, or similar software.

• Strong understanding of shipping and receiving processes, including inventory control, staging, and replenishment.

• Ability to stand for the entirety of the shift as needed.

• Ability to lift 10 lbs regularly, 25 lbs frequently, and 50 lbs occasionally as part of daily duties.

• Attention to detail and accuracy in paperwork, data entry, safety records, and cycle counts.

• Effective communication skills for coordinating with truck drivers, production leadership, and team members.

• Commitment to safety, including performing safety audits and ensuring proper use of PPE and adherence to SWI.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in manufacturing environments, with an understanding of production deadlines and the importance of timely material delivery.

• Experience using RF scanners for inventory tracking and order picking.

• Knowledge of ERP software, SAP, or similar systems for inventory management and receiving processes.

• Familiarity with international shipping procedures and documentation.

• Experience with wrapping, palletizing, packing, sorting, order pulling, and order picking of parts and materials.

• Exposure to stockroom operations, replenishment activities, and material handling across multiple areas of a facility.

• Ability to work as a hands-on leader, balancing team oversight with active participation in daily dock operations.

Why Work Here?

You will join a company that values internal growth and provides clear opportunities to advance from within. Employees benefit from very affordable benefits and enjoy two planned shutdowns each year along with generous paid time off. The organization supports work-life balance through structured schedules and offers short-term disability for hourly employees and long-term disability for salaried employees. In addition, there is a weekly attendance bonus and shift differential for off-shift work, rewarding reliability and flexibility in a supportive, team-oriented culture.

Work Environment

This role is based in a bright and organized manufacturing facility that operates efficiently, even though some production areas can be cramped due to the amount of equipment and materials on site. The shift runs from 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with regular overtime that may include some weekends, and an expected workload of around 50 hours per week. The facility is not air conditioned, so temperatures near the machines can become hot during the summer months. Safety is a priority: safety glasses are required in production areas, closed-toe shoes must be worn at all times, and gloves are provided in certain areas as needed. The environment is fast-paced and team-focused, with an emphasis on efficient material flow and adherence to safety standards.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lafayette, IN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $46800.00 - $46800.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Health Care premiums are extremely low, which can make up for some of the hourly wage issues

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Lafayette, IN.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 5, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Lafayette,IN.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.