Warehouse Lead

Kenco Group; Appleton, Oshkosh, Neenah (WI, WI, WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with HSA/HRA and FSA

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life and supplemental life

Short‑term and long‑term disability

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Employer-paid holidays

Job summary

Kenco Group in Wisconsin is seeking a Warehouse Lead to coach and guide warehouse teams, train on forklift operation, and ensure safe, efficient distribution across shipping, receiving, and inventory processes.

The role includes backing up supervisors, completing paperwork, conducting safety and quality inspections, participating in cycle counts, and supporting compliance with SQFI and FDA requirements while enabling career growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years warehouse/distribution operations experience.
• 6 months leadership or supervisory experience in a distribution environment.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.

Responsibilities

• Coach and lead warehouse associates.
• Train teammates in daily tasks and safety certifications (PIT).
• Operate powered industrial equipment for material movement.
• Complete shipping/tracking paperwork per SOPs and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in inventory/cycle counts and report variances.
• Perform daily forklift safety inspections and ensure SQFI/FDA readiness.
• Report incidents to supervisor and ensure proper product rotation.
• Review daily production reports and back up other warehouse roles.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Decision making

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Operator License

Job description

Kenco Logistics values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers. Join a company where your contributions help move the world forward—one shipment at a time.

About the Position

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for coaching and leading warehouse associates. The Lead trains teammates to fulfill their daily tasks in addition to the Lead’s own responsibilities. The Lead may have various duties depending on the department, including shipping/receiving, packaging, inventory control, general warehouse functions, or material handling operations such as forklift operation. The Lead provides backup to the supervisor as needed.

Functions

• Train new warehouse associates and forklift drivers and conduct Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) and annual recertification training.
• Conduct EIP, performance, and maintenance observations.
• Safely operate powered industrial equipment to move products or materials for distribution such as clamp/slip sheet equipment; load, unload, and store materials/products in designated areas.
• Complete applicable paperwork (e.g., shipping/tracking labels) per standard operating procedures and applicable regulatory agencies (e.g., DOT, IATA, IMDG).
• Participate in inventory/cycle count activities as needed and report variances to leadership.
• Perform daily safety inspections per the Safety Checklist on forklift trucks.
• Ensure facility is inspection ready at all times for SQFI, FDA, and customer needs.
• Communicate and report any incidents to supervisor.
• Ensure product rotation procedures are followed.
• Review and analyze daily production reports.
• Serve as backup to other warehouse roles as needed.
• Depending on specific department, other duties may apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred; able to pass a background check and drug screen.
• Minimum 2 years prior warehouse/distribution operations experience and 6 months experience related leadership or supervisory experience and/or training in a distribution environment.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.

Competencies

• Action Oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
• Collaborates – Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Decision Quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Optimize Work Processes – Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Situational Adaptability – Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match shifting demands of different situations.

Travel Requirements

• This position is not expected to travel.

Disclosures

• Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.
• The statements above describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• All internal job postings expire 14 days from the date they are posted.
• For California residents, please review Kenco’s privacy policy at https://www.kencogroup.com/ccpa-notice-at-collection-for-employees-and-applicants/

Benefits Offered

• Medical insurance including HSA, HRA and FSA accounts
• Supplemental insurance including critical illness, hospital indemnity, accidental injury
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic life and supplemental life
• Short‑term and long‑term disability
• Paid parental leave
• 401(k)
• Paid time off approximately 2 weeks (accrual begins on Day 1 of employment)
• Employer‑paid holidays - 10 days