Warehouse Operations Lead: Inventory & Shipping Expert

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401K

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Decatur, IL seeks a Warehouse Manager to oversee daily operations including inventory control, shipping/receiving, and warehouse organization. A background in ERP and warehouse systems is preferred, with forklift certification desirable.

This role demands leadership and strong problem-solving abilities to optimize processes. The position runs 7:00AM–3:30PM, Mon–Fri, with a pay range of $22.00–$26.00 per hour, and benefits including holiday pay, medical and

Qualifications

• Strong inventory control and shipping/receiving knowledge.
• Experience with ERP or inventory systems preferred.
• Ability to operate warehouse equipment and perform physical duties.
• Forklift experience and certification or ability to obtain certification.
• Previous warehouse leadership or supervision is a plus.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate all warehouse activities.
• Receive incoming material and put away.
• Enter basic data and inventory transactions.
• Prepare stock for next production orders.
• Prepare materials for outbound shipments to meet production and customer requirements.
• Coordinate with purchasing for replenishment needs.
• Maintain and repair tools and equipment.
• Ensure accurate inventory records through cycle counts and audits.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.
• Monitor warehouse performance metrics and implement process improvements.

Skills

Inventory control

Shipping and receiving

ERP systems

Forklift operation

Leadership experience

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Inventory audits

Data entry

Tools

ERP software

Inventory management software

Job description

Express Employment Professionals in Decatur, IL seeks a Warehouse Manager to oversee daily operations including inventory control, shipping/receiving, and warehouse organization. A background in ERP and warehouse systems is preferred, with forklift certification desirable.

This role demands leadership and strong problem-solving abilities to optimize processes. The position runs 7:00AM–3:30PM, Mon–Fri, with a pay range of $22.00–$26.00 per hour, and benefits including holiday pay, medical and