Warehouse Lead - 1st Shift

GXO Logistics, Inc.; Council Bluffs (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical)

Dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

GXO Logistics, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Lead on 1st shift (Mon-Fri, 7:00am–3:30pm) to oversee a warehouse team and ensure accurate inventory and on-time order fulfillment. The role emphasizes coaching, safety, and adherence to company policies while maintaining exceptional customer service.

You will work with SAP, WMS, and handheld scanners to optimize daily operations and support warehouse management, with a focus on safety and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a warehouse environment.
• 1 year of SAP experience.
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and handheld scanners.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operational processes to maintain correct inventory levels and timely orders.
• Review workload and assign tasks to employees.
• Train and coach warehouse team; provide development opportunities and address performance issues.

Skills

People leadership

Team coaching

Operational efficiency

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

SAP

WMS

Handheld scanners

Job description

At GXO, we’re constantly looking for talented individuals at all levelswho can deliver the caliber of service our company requires. You know that a positive work environment creates happy employees, which boosts productivity and dedication. On our team, you’ll have the support to excel at workand the resources to build a career you can be proud of.

1st Shift, Monday - Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm
Our employees are our greatest asset! We’re always on the lookout for inspirational leaders who know how to get the best out of their team. As the Lead, you will oversee your assigned team and area in the warehouse to ensure our operations continue to run smoothly. Become a part of GXO, and you’ll have a starring role in helping us provide exceptional daily solutions for our customers.

Pay, benefits and more.

We are eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

What you’ll do on a typical day:

• Oversee operational processes to ensure correct inventory levels are maintained and orders are completed accurately and on time
• Review workload and assign tasks to employees
• Properly train and coach the warehouse team and provide positive developmental opportunities; recommend performance improvement actions as needed
• Correctly utilize warehouse management system and maintain appropriate work documents
• Establish, maintain and promote exceptional customer service
• Correctly interpret and enforce company policies and safety procedures to ensure compliance
• Safely operate various equipment and tools
• Provide support and backup to warehouse management
• Track orders and investigate problems
• Catalog and track goods and/or supplies
• Adhere to the 7S program by maintaining a clean environment
• Work in a safe manner that protects you and your team members

What you need to succeed at GXO:

At a minimum, you’ll need:

• 2 years of experience in a warehouse environment
• 1 year of SAP experience
• Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and handheld scanners

It’d be great if you also have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Availability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including planned and unplanned overtime, which may include weekends
• 1 year of experience as a supervisor
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Skills in inventory control and cycle counting

This job requires the ability to:

• Lift up to 50 lbs. frequently and greater than 75 lbs. occasionally
• Take a reach truck or cherry picker to a height of 23+ feet
• Carry objects 3-5 feet weighing up to 50 lbs, routinely
• Stand for prolonged periods of time >4 hours }},