Warehouse Lead

Freeman Company; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

Life, Accident and Disability

Retirement with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Freeman Company in Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Warehouse Lead to manage client properties within the warehouse, handle inventory duties, and support general warehouse functions on-site. This role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced environment and strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of warehouse experience, forklift operation skills, and proficiency with Word/Excel and Google Drive.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of warehouse experience required.
• The ability to operate multiple types of forklifts and warehouse equipment.
• The ability to stay on task and oversee multiple jobs at once in an organized and efficient manner.
• Moderate walking, standing, and/or climbing; heavy lifting and carrying.
• Basic computer operation and navigation (including Word and Excel).
• Work safely, accurately and quickly using material and resources effectively.
• Demonstrate a commitment to the successful completion of all projects to a high standard.
• Ability to function as a team player and be a problem solver.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently pull, prepare, deploy and receive client properties for events and trade shows
• Attend appropriate team meetings
• Communicate with Management the scope of work necessary to complete projects in order to effectively manage work schedule(s)
• Effectively communicate and coordinate the flow of work with team members in other departments
• Work with Receiving Coordinator to receive, inspect and return all properties to storage within a 2 week timeline
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse and abide by best practices for warehouse safety
• Update and manage inventory and storage of properties efficiently and accurately
• Oversee the quality and accuracy of work performed within the warehouse

Skills

Forklift operation

Team player

Communication

Microsoft Office

Google Drive

Attention to detail

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Sparks is a leading global brand experience agency, specializing in the design and execution of award-winning experiences that forge deep connections between brands and audiences. Recognized by Adweek as Experiential Agency of the Year, we bring a unique blend of strategic insight and execution excellence to every brand activation, corporate event, trade show exhibit, and immersive experience. Our commitment to creativity, innovation, and flawless execution drives us to craft impactful experiential marketing solutions that deepen relationships, inspire action, and build trust—all around the world.

Summary

The Warehouse Lead supports within the Warehouse and Logistics Department and is primarily centered on the management of client properties within the warehouse, inventory duties and other generalized warehouse functions. This position is qualified to work an in person schedule based out of our Fort Wayne, IN location.

• Accurately and efficiently pull, prepare, deploy and receive client properties for events and trade shows
• Attend appropriate team meetings
• Communicate with Management the scope of work necessary to complete projects in order to effectively manage work schedule(s)
• Effectively communicate and coordinate the flow of work with team members in other departments
• Work with Receiving Coordinator to receive, inspect and return all properties to storage within a 2 week timeline
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of warehouse and abide by best practices for warehouse safety
• Update and manage inventory and storage of properties efficiently and accurately
• Oversee the quality and accuracy of work performed within the warehouse

Education & Experience

• At least 3 years of warehouse experience required
• The ability to operate multiple types of forklifts and warehouse equipment
• The ability to stay on task and oversee multiple jobs at once in an organized and efficient manner
• Moderate walking, standing, and/or climbing; heavy lifting and carrying, stopping, bending, kneeling and reaching
• Basic computer operation and navigation (including Word and Excel) as well as the ability to use a camera to upload photos
• Work safely, accurately and quickly using material and resources effectively
• Demonstrate a commitment to the successful completion of all projects to a high standard
• Ability to function as a team player and be a problem solver
• Proficient in Google Drive and Microsoft Office
• Strong attention to detail, a positive attitude, and a team player
• Ability to operate within a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

What We Offer

The Freeman Company provides benefits that aim to empower our people and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These are a handful of the types of programs and benefits our full-time people may be eligible for. There may be some variances in specific benefits across regions.

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Life, Accident and Disability
• Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off

Diversity Commitment

At The Freeman Company, our commitment to diversity and inclusion is helping us to create not only a great place to work, but also an environment where our employees, our customers and our communities around the world can reach their goals and connect with each other. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status and other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.