Warehouse Lead

Dot Foods Inc.; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 39,950 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Benefits package

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Dot Foods Inc. seeks a Warehouse Lead Person to provide hands‑on leadership on the warehouse floor by training, monitoring, and evaluating assigned personnel and actively leading the receiving, warehousing, and shipping of product in a manner consistent with company service and cost objectives.

You will coach and mentor staff, clearly communicate expectations, and drive lean thinking to remove waste across duties while adapting to varied temperatures and shifts as needed.

Qualifications

• Must be currently employed by Dot Foods or Dot Transportation, Inc.
• High School Diploma, GED, or relevant work experience
• Strong organization skills
• Strong communication skills
• No steps of discipline

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently utilize the warehouse material handling equipment
• Trains assigned personnel to accurately and consistently use warehouse management systems
• Trains assigned personnel in safe and efficient use of material handling equipment and supplies
• Serves as a coach and mentor
• Communicates work expectations and results achieved
• Leads lean thinking initiatives to remove waste from all aspects of the position

Skills

Organization

Communication

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Tools

Warehouse management systems

Job description

As a Warehouse Lead Person, you will provides hands‑on leadership on the warehouse floor by training, monitoring, and evaluating assigned personnel and actively leading the receiving, warehousing, and shipping of product in a manner consistent with company service and cost objectives.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Safely and efficiently utilize the warehouse material handling equipment


• Trains assigned personnel to accurately and consistently use warehouse management systems


• Trains assigned personnel in safe and efficient use of material handling equipment and supplies


• Serves as a coach and mentor


• Communicates work expectations and results achieved


• Leads lean thinking initiatives to remove waste from all aspects of the position

YOU MUST HAVE

• Must be currently employed by Dot Foods or Dot Transportation, Inc.


• High School Diploma, General Equivalency Degree, or relevant work experience


• Strong organization skills


• Strong communication skills


• No steps of discipline

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs
  Prior experience in an environment that promotes safety


• Leadership experience


• Completed or in the process of completing the Achieve program

ROLE SPECIFICS

• Schedule: Wednesday-Saturday 6:30am-5:00pm


• Pay Range- $29.25-$32.00


• Indoor work with hot and humid or cold temperature extremes


• Possible need to arrive before and/or stay after shift to fulfill responsibilities


• Extensive standing/walking while operating warehouse equipment


• Regular physical activity, including lifting up to 60lbs on a regular basis

WHO WE ARE

Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We add efficiency to the supply chain and build strong partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU

As a family-owned and -operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance


• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing


• Significant advancement opportunities

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.