Warehouse Lead

Conexus Food Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the Asian food service industry is seeking a Warehouse Lead in Chicago. This full-time role involves overseeing daily warehouse operations, ensuring team coordination, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should be bilingual in English and Spanish, have at least 2 years of experience, and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience in a lead or senior associate role.
• Proven forklift experience and certification required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet throughout the shift.

Responsibilities

• Lead warehouse associates in daily tasks, including receiving, storage, staging, and order picking.
• Safely operate forklifts and enforce safety protocols.
• Support accurate order picking and inventory counts.

Skills

Bilingual in English and Spanish

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Tools

Forklift

Job description

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Who We Are

Conexus Food Solutions is a leader in the Asian food service industry, bringing a diverse range of ethnic cuisines, such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai, to the table. Our corporate headquarters in Chicago is where we house our fully integrated food processing, manufacturing, logistics, and worldwide supply chain services all under one roof. With distribution centers spanning the US, over 2 million square feet of warehousing space, and a fleet of more than 1,000 trucks, we're the go-to when it comes to reliable delivery services.

Site Address

6500 W 51st St. Chicago, IL 60638

What You’ll Do

As the Warehouse Lead, you will oversee and support day-to-day warehouse operations for the morning shift, ensuring efficient material handling, team coordination, and operational accuracy. Your role will be hands-on — leading by example, operating equipment safely, and maintaining clear communication with both English- and Spanish-speaking team members. You will play a key role in upholding our safety standards and workflow efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

1. Daily Operations & Team Coordination:
   • Lead warehouse associates in daily tasks, including receiving, storage, staging, and order picking
   • Assign work, provide direction, and monitor task completion to ensure productivity
   • Collaborate with supervisors to support operational goals and staffing needs
   • Assist in onboarding and training new team members
2. Equipment & Safety:
   • Safely operate forklifts and other warehouse equipment
   • Conduct equipment checks and enforce safety protocols
   • Promote a clean, organized, and hazard-free work environment
3. Communication & Bilingual Leadership:
   • Communicate effectively with team members in both English and Spanish
   • Relay instructions and operational updates clearly across shifts and departments
   • Foster a culture of accountability, respect, and inclusivity
4. Inventory & Accuracy:
   • Support accurate order picking and inventory counts
   • Identify and report discrepancies or inefficiencies in real time
   • Assist with basic data entry and documentation when needed

Qualifications

• Bilingual in English and Spanish (required)
• Minimum of 2 years of warehouse experience in a lead or senior associate role
• Proven forklift experience and certification (required)
• Ability to pass an on-site assessment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work on your feet throughout the shift
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working in cold storage or refrigerated environments
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting

Job Details

Type: Full-time

Salary: $50,000 – $60,000