Warehouse Lead

WOW Logistics; Appleton, Northern (WI, KY); Hybrid; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Job summary

WOW Logistics is seeking a Warehouse Lead to oversee daily DC operations and supervise hourly staff, reporting to the Shift Supervisor. This role emphasizes safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

The candidate will ensure timely inbound receipt, inventory accuracy, and outbound shipping, while supporting office tasks and interdepartmental coordination. Shift begins 6:30am and runs until 6:00pm with competitive pay and incentives.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic required.
• Customer-oriented mindset with focus on service and procedures.
• Dependability and reliability in a warehouse setting.
• Honesty and integrity in daily tasks and interactions.
• Physical ability to lift 50–60 pounds and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Previous forklift experience is a plus; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Direct and assign hourly employee’s daily tasks.
• Provide feedback to supervision about employee behavior and development.
• Participate in training of new or less experienced workers.
• Ensure timely receipt of inbound inventory and accurate inventory records.
• Report damage to racks and equipment to management.
• Operate material handling equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist office personnel and perform related office duties.

Skills

Positive attitude

Customer oriented

Dependability

Integrity

Physical strength

Forklift experience

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Appleton Distribution Center - Appleton, WI 54915

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: $24.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Who We Are

Joining the WOW Logistics team means becoming part of a culture that inspires employees to reach their full potential and rewards exceptional performance based on merit. These are among the values contained in the Little Orange Book, the foundation of our culture. As we enter an exciting phase of growth, new and existing employees have a tremendous opportunity to grow alongside the company as it scales.

Shift(s): Non-rotating 2-2-3 schedule, 6:30am to 6:00pm

Pay: Base rate of $22.00/hour, plus a $2.00/hour shift premium. On top of that, our performance incentive programs let you take control of your earning potential!

How Your Role Fits In

WOW Logistics is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented person for this leadership position. The Warehouse Lead is responsible for the coordination and daily performance of the DC and reports directly to the Shift Supervisor. WOW Logistics is a drug Free Workplace, and the Warehouse Lead position is considered a safety-sensitive position.

What you’ll do

• Direct and assign hourly employee’s daily tasks
• Provide feedback to supervision about employee behaviors to develop their attitude, work ethic, process and skills
• Participate in the training of new or less experienced warehouse employees, as requested, and inform management of his/her progress
• Ensure timely and accurate receipt of inbound inventory, cycle counts, inventory transactions and outbound shipping functions
• Report damage to racks and other warehouse equipment to management
• Operate material handling equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Assist office personnel, including checking in/out drivers, inventory checks, BOL’s, Appointment calendar, and all other office duties as needed
• All other duties as assigned

What it takes to succeed

• Positive Attitude & Work Ethic: Arrive to every shift ready to work hard and contribute to the team
• Customer Oriented: Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures
• Dependability: Be a reliable team player with a focus on safety and efficiency
• Honest/Integrity: Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace
• Physical Capability: Ability to lift 50-60 pounds safely and work in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Experience: Previous forklift experience is a plus but not required – we’ll provide the training you need!

Our Commitment to You

At WOW Logistics, fostering a supportive work environment is an integral part of our shared pursuit of excellence. We demonstrate our commitment through an array of benefits, including incentive pay based on role, tuition reimbursement, employee recognition programs, health insurance, paid holidays, paid vacation, and more. Learn about our competitive benefits package on our website. (https://wowlogistics.com/about-us/careers/employee-benefits/)

Equal Opportunity Employer

WOW Logistics is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.