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Warehouse Lead

Dot Foods

University Park, ILJob$29.25–32/hrTracked 3w agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$29.25–32/hr
Location
University Park, IL
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Dot Foods is hiring a Warehouse Lead. The Warehouse Lead provides hands‑on leadership on the warehouse floor, training, monitoring and evaluating personnel while overseeing receiving, warehousing and shipping to meet service and cost objectives.

Key focus areas include Utilize warehouse material handling equipment safely and efficiently, Train assigned personnel on warehouse management systems, and Train assigned personnel on safe equipment use.

Important skills include Warehouse Material Handling Equipment Operation, Warehouse Management Systems, Coaching, Lean Thinking Initiatives, Organization Skills, and Communication Skills.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Warehouse Material Handling Equipment OperationWarehouse Management SystemsCoachingLean Thinking InitiativesOrganization SkillsCommunication SkillsSafety Promotion

Qualifications

Currently Employed by Dot Foods or Dot Transportation, Inc.High School Diploma, General Equivalency Degree, or Relevant Work ExperienceNo Steps of DisciplinePrior Experience in an Environment That Promotes SafetyLeadership ExperienceCompleted or in Process of Completing the Achieve Program

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match

Full job description

Dot Foods Inc. • University Park, IL, United States

As a Warehouse Lead Person, you will provides hands-on leadership on the warehouse floor by training, monitoring, and evaluating assigned personnel and actively leading the receiving, warehousing, and shipping of product in a manner consistent with company service and cost objectives.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Safely and efficiently utilize the warehouse material handling equipment

  • Trains assigned personnel to accurately and consistently use warehouse management systems

  • Trains assigned personnel in safe and efficient use of material handling equipment and supplies

  • Serves as a coach and mentor

  • Communicates work expectations and results achieved

  • Leads lean thinking initiatives to remove waste from all aspects of the position

YOU MUST HAVE

  • Must be currently employed by Dot Foods or Dot Transportation, Inc.

  • High School Diploma, General Equivalency Degree, or relevant work experience

  • Strong organization skills

  • Strong communication skills

  • No steps of discipline

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs Prior experience in an environment that promotes safety

  • Leadership experience

  • Completed or in the process of completing the Achieve program

ROLE SPECIFICS

  • Schedule: Wednesday-Saturday 6:30am-5:00pm

  • Pay Range- $29.25-$32.00

  • Indoor work with hot and humid or cold temperature extremes

  • Possible need to arrive before and/or stay after shift to fulfill responsibilities

  • Extensive standing/walking while operating warehouse equipment

  • Regular physical activity, including lifting up to 60lbs on a regular basis

WHO WE ARE

Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We add efficiency to the supply chain and build strong partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU

As a family-owned and -operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

  • Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance

  • Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing

  • Significant advancement opportunities

Safety: This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer: Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.

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