Warehouse Lead - Bedford Park, IL

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Bedford Park (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Bedford Park, IL is seeking a Warehouse Team Lead to guide daily floor operations, oversee shipping and receiving, and uphold strict inventory controls.

This is a full-time, evaluation-to-hire role through a staffing agency, offering a clear path to permanent employment with an international company; shifts include 6:00 AM–2:30 PM and 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of warehouse leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong background in inventory management and shipping/receiving processes.
• Excellent communication, delegation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate forklifts or other warehouse equipment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Floor guidance: Delegate daily shift tasks to warehouse associates and monitor productivity.
• Shipping & Receiving: Oversee loading and unloading of freight and verify shipments.
• Inventory control: Monitor inventory accuracy, track stock movement, and resolve discrepancies.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure OSHA regulations and company safety standards are followed.

Skills

Leadership

Inventory management

Shipping/receiving

Communication

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Warehouse Team Lead

needed for an established, global logistics and supply chain provider located in Bedford Park, IL. This is a full-time, evaluation-to-hire position through a staffing agency, offering a great path to permanent employment with an international company.

Role Overview

The Warehouse Team Lead supports daily floor operations by guiding staff, managing shipping and receiving tasks, and ensuring strict inventory control. You will serve as the point person for your shift to keep the warehouse running safely and efficiently.

Shifts & Availability

Candidates must be flexible to work either of the following standard shifts:

• 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM (Monday – Friday)
• 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Monday – Friday)

Key Responsibilities

• Floor Guidance: Delegate daily shift tasks to warehouse associates and monitor productivity.
• Shipping & Receiving: Oversee the loading and unloading of freight and verify incoming shipments.
• Inventory Control: Monitor inventory accuracy, track stock movement, and resolve discrepancies.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all team members adhere to OSHA regulations and company safety standards.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of warehouse leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong background in inventory management and shipping/receiving processes.
• Excellent communication, delegation, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate forklifts or other warehouse equipment is a plus.