Warehouse Associate Level III Evansville IN

NEXTAFF; Missouri City (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Nextaff seeks a highly disciplined Warehouse Associate Level III Senior Warehouse Lead to serve as a working leader in a fast-paced warehouse. You will actively participate in receiving, picking, shipping, transfers, and deliveries while coordinating daily workflow and mentoring junior staff.

The role demands urgency, accuracy, and ownership of results, with focus on inventory integrity, safety compliance, and high-performance culture across the operation.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3–5+ years of warehouse/distribution experience.
• Prior senior or lead warehouse experience strongly preferred.
• Forklift certification required.
• Experience driving cargo vans and/or box trucks.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word).
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background check, MVR, and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on operational leadership in daily warehouse activities.
• Oversee receiving, picking, shipping, transfers, and deliveries.
• Coordinate daily workflow and priority setting based on demand.
• Lead by example with urgency, discipline, and professionalism.
• Ensure order accuracy and timely execution; safeguard inventory integrity.

Skills

High urgency

Detail-oriented

Independent worker

Effective communicator

Problem-solving

Professional under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Forklift Certification

Cargo van/box truck driving

Job description

Warehouse Associate Level III Senior Warehouse Lead / High-Performance Operator Reports To: Branch Operations Manager Position Overview We are seeking a highly disciplined, hands-on, high-performance Warehouse Associate Level III to serve as a senior operational leader within our warehouse team. This is a working leadership role - not a desk position. The Level III Associate is expected to be fully engaged in daily warehouse execution while simultaneously setting the performance standard for the team. This individual must lead by example, operate with urgency, demand accuracy, and take ownership of results. We are seeking a high-output professional who thrives in fast-paced environments, embraces accountability, and consistently delivers elite-level performance.

Core Responsibilities

• Hands-On Operational Leadership
• Actively participate in receiving, picking, shipping, transfers, and deliveries
• Coordinate daily warehouse workflow and prioritize tasks based on operational demands
• Lead from the front by modeling urgency, discipline, and professionalism
• Ensure orders are executed with exceptional accuracy and timeliness
• Serve as operational back-up to the Branch Operations Manager when needed
• Inventory Accuracy & Accountability
• Oversee and execute cycle counts and inventory audits
• Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies
• Monitor inbound shipping errors and freight claims
• Maintain ERP/WMS system accuracy
• Training & Performance Development
• Train and mentor Warehouse Associate I & II team members
• Reinforce compliance with safety and operational standards
• Provide real-time coaching and correction when necessary
• Help develop a high-performance culture within the warehouse
• Delivery & Customer Interface
• Operate cargo vans and box trucks when required
• Complete manifests and required documentation accurately
• Communicate professionally with customers and internal stakeholders
• Travel (as needed) to support other warehouse locations
• Performance Expectations
• Strong pace and productivity standards
• Demonstrated leadership influence
• Clean safety and driving record
• Initiative in identifying and correcting inefficiencies
• Reliable attendance and professional conduct
• Underperformance in this role directly impacts branch execution - therefore high standards are essential.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 3-5+ years warehouse/distribution experience
• Prior senior or lead warehouse experience strongly preferred
• Forklift certification and strong equipment operating skills
• Experience driving cargo vans and/or box trucks
• Strong Office Software Proficiency - Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word programs
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to pass background check, MVR, and drug screening

Key Competencies

• High sense of urgency
• Strong organizational discipline
• Detail-oriented with data accuracy
• Ability to work independently without supervision
• Effective communicator (written and verbal)
• Strong problem-solving ability
• Professional under pressure

Tools & Equipment

• Computers, ERP systems, scanners, Microsoft Office
• Forklifts (sit-down), pallet jacks, hand trucks
• Cargo vans and box trucks
• Standard warehouse tools and equipment

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 lbs regularly
• Stand, walk, bend, and climb frequently
• Operate material handling equipment
• Work in varying warehouse temperatures
• Work indoors and occasionally outdoors

Work Environment

This is a fast-paced warehouse environment where consistent output, accuracy, and accountability are required. Noise levels and temperatures may vary by season and workload. Regular attendance and dependability are critical to success in this position