Warehouse Lead

Employment Type: Full-Time

Lead the Team That Keeps Production Moving

We're looking for an experienced Warehouse Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for inventory accuracy, receiving, material movement, cycle counting, and leading a small warehouse team. If you're organized, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy improving processes while leading by example, we'd like to hear from you.

What You'll Do

• Lead and support the daily activities of the warehouse team.
• Assign work, set priorities, and ensure efficient workflow throughout the warehouse.
• Train, mentor, and develop warehouse associates while promoting a culture of teamwork and accountability.
• Coordinate the receiving of incoming materials and verify quantities, part numbers, and documentation.
• Maintain accurate inventory through daily, weekly, and monthly cycle counts.
• Process inventory transactions and stock adjustments using the company's ERP/MRP system.
• Allocate received materials into inventory locations to support production.
• Pick, stage, and distribute materials for manufacturing and customer orders.
• Ensure all inventory is properly identified, labeled, and stored.
• Investigate inventory discrepancies and help implement corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory for Excess & Obsolete (E&O) materials and assist with reporting.
• Maintain accurate receiving records, packing slips, certificates of conformity, and other required documentation.
• Promote warehouse safety, organization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2-5 years of warehouse experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Previous experience leading or supervising warehouse employees preferred.
• Experience with ERP or MRP inventory systems.
• Forklift operating experience.
• Strong understanding of inventory control, cycle counting, and receiving processes.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail with accurate data entry and documentation.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing or industrial warehouse experience.
• Experience improving inventory accuracy and warehouse processes.
• Knowledge of quality documentation and inventory audits.
• Experience supporting Lean or continuous improvement initiatives.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, and reach throughout the shift.
• Comfortable working in a warehouse and manufacturing environment.

Labor Solutions, LLC is a leader in the professional, temporary, and direct hire industry throughout the Midwest area. Our clients range from individual entrepreneurs to large corporations, and while we are big enough to serve Fortune 100 companies, we are small enough to stay nimble in an always-changing market.

Thank you!