Warehouse Lead - Shipping, Logistics & Inventory

Memmert USA LLC; Town of Eagle (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Approximately 17 company-paid holidays

Job summary

Memmert USA LLC in Eagle, Wisconsin, is seeking a dependable Warehouse Lead – Logistics & Equipment to coordinate shipments, manage inventory, and ensure proper testing, packaging, and shipping of laboratory equipment. You will lead a small team, maintain warehouse organization, and uphold safety and documentation standards.

The role requires hands-on operation, mechanical aptitude, and the ability to own daily responsibilities while collaborating with various departments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant warehouse, logistics, shipping, or related experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with coworkers, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, troubleshoot problems, and manage multiple priorities.
• Basic math skills, including measurements, fractions, percentages, and conversions.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% for occasional on-site support.

Responsibilities

• Pick, test, package, and prepare laboratory equipment for shipment.
• Coordinate freight, white-glove delivery services, and parts pickups.
• Prepare shipping documentation, including international customs paperwork.
• Obtain freight quotes and assist the sales team with shipping-related questions.
• Safely load and unload trucks and shipping containers.
• Prepare and coordinate equipment and materials for company tradeshows.
• Maintain accurate equipment inventory, including proper labeling, tracking, and storage.
• Perform routine cycle counts and assist with full physical inventory counts.
• Maintain an organized warehouse and maximize available storage space.
• Oversee forklift operations, maintenance, and safety training.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency, organization, and processes.
• Help coordinate daily warehouse priorities to ensure orders are completed accurately and on time.
• Work closely with other warehouse team members and departments to support daily operations.
• Cross-train in other warehouse functions to provide coverage when needed.
• Assist with training employees on warehouse procedures and equipment handling.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment.
• Follow company procedures, safety standards, and documentation requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or technical training

Tools

Forklift operation

Hand & power tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company: Memmert USA
Location: Eagle, WI
Schedule: Monday-Friday | 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Department: Warehouse
Reports To: VP of Operations

About Memmert USA

Memmert USA is a leading provider of premium laboratory equipment, supporting customers across scientific research, medical, pharmaceutical, and industrial industries. We take pride in delivering high-quality products, dependable service, and precision equipment that our customers rely on every day.

We are looking for a dependable, detail-oriented Warehouse Lead – Logistics & Equipment to join our team in Eagle, Wisconsin.

Position Overview

The Warehouse Lead – Logistics & Equipment plays an important role in keeping our warehouse operations running efficiently. This hands-on position is responsible for coordinating equipment shipments, managing inventory, maintaining warehouse organization, and ensuring products are properly tested, packaged, and shipped to customers.

The ideal candidate is organized, mechanically inclined, comfortable working with technical equipment, and able to take ownership of daily responsibilities while working closely with a small team.

Key Responsibilities

Shipping & Logistics

• Pick, test, package, and prepare laboratory equipment for shipment.
• Coordinate freight, white-glove delivery services, and parts pickups.
• Prepare shipping documentation, including international customs paperwork.
• Obtain freight quotes and assist the sales team with shipping-related questions.
• Safely load and unload trucks and shipping containers.
• Prepare and coordinate equipment and materials for company tradeshows.

Inventory & Warehouse Operations

• Maintain accurate equipment inventory, including proper labeling, tracking, and storage.
• Perform routine cycle counts and assist with full physical inventory counts.
• Maintain an organized warehouse and maximize available storage space.
• Oversee forklift operations, maintenance, and safety training.
• Identify opportunities to improve warehouse efficiency, organization, and processes.

Teamwork & Daily Coordination

• Help coordinate daily warehouse priorities to ensure orders are completed accurately and on time.
• Work closely with other warehouse team members and departments to support daily operations.
• Cross-train in other warehouse functions to provide coverage when needed.
• Assist with training employees on warehouse procedures and equipment handling.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized working environment.
• Follow company procedures, safety standards, and documentation requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant warehouse, logistics, shipping, or related experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with coworkers, customers, and vendors.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, troubleshoot problems, and manage multiple priorities.
• Basic math skills, including measurements, fractions, percentages, and conversions.
• Willingness to travel up to 10% for occasional on-site support.

Preferred:

• Associate degree or additional technical training.
• Forklift or powered industrial truck certification.
• Experience handling technical equipment or high-value products.
• Basic knowledge of electrical components, circuit boards, fuses, processors, and computer hardware.
• Experience with international freight documentation and inventory management.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, kneel, and perform other physical activities associated with warehouse operations.
• Ability to safely operate warehouse equipment and use hand and power tools.
• Ability to perform detailed equipment inspections and handling tasks.

Work Schedule

• Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.
• Hours may occasionally vary based on business needs and workload.
• On-site position in Eagle, Wisconsin.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company matching
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Approximately 17 company-paid holidays annually (subject to change)

Why Join Memmert USA?

At Memmert USA, you'll be part of a small, collaborative team where your work makes a direct impact on our customers and daily operations. This position offers the opportunity to take ownership of warehouse activities, work with specialized laboratory equipment, and contribute to improving our processes as the company continues to grow.