Warehouse Lead: Mentor Teams, Optimize Operations

Kenco Group; Appleton, Oshkosh, Neenah (WI, WI, WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance with HSA/HRA and FSA

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Basic life and supplemental life

Short‑term and long‑term disability

401(k)

Paid parental leave

Paid time off

Employer-paid holidays

Job summary

Kenco Group in Wisconsin is seeking a Warehouse Lead to coach and guide warehouse teams, train on forklift operation, and ensure safe, efficient distribution across shipping, receiving, and inventory processes.

The role includes backing up supervisors, completing paperwork, conducting safety and quality inspections, participating in cycle counts, and supporting compliance with SQFI and FDA requirements while enabling career growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years warehouse/distribution operations experience.
• 6 months leadership or supervisory experience in a distribution environment.
• Must be a licensed forklift operator or able to obtain a Forklift Operator license.

Responsibilities

• Coach and lead warehouse associates.
• Train teammates in daily tasks and safety certifications (PIT).
• Operate powered industrial equipment for material movement.
• Complete shipping/tracking paperwork per SOPs and regulatory agencies.
• Participate in inventory/cycle counts and report variances.
• Perform daily forklift safety inspections and ensure SQFI/FDA readiness.
• Report incidents to supervisor and ensure proper product rotation.
• Review daily production reports and back up other warehouse roles.

Skills

Leadership

Team collaboration

Decision making

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift Operator License

Job description

Kenco Group in Wisconsin is seeking a Warehouse Lead to coach and guide warehouse teams, train on forklift operation, and ensure safe, efficient distribution across shipping, receiving, and inventory processes.

The role includes backing up supervisors, completing paperwork, conducting safety and quality inspections, participating in cycle counts, and supporting compliance with SQFI and FDA requirements while enabling career growth.