Warehouse Lead

About Kerry

Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we partner with customers to create healthier, tastier and more sustainable products that are consumed by billions of people across the world. Our vision is to be our customers' most valued partner, creating a world of sustainable nutrition. A career with Kerry offers you an opportunity to shape the future of food while providing you opportunities to explore and grow in a truly global environment.

About the role

At our Melrose Park, IL, plant we feel good about our various batters and breading products that make our food taste better. Our employees care - about their community, their team and the results we create every day. If you’re looking for a manufacturing facility where you can build a career and have fun while you do it, we might be the team for you. Our team prides itself on being collaborative and having a healthy culture where working hard and doing a good job is recognized and appreciated. Please note, this is a Union facility. We are part of the Melrose Park Teamsters Local 781. 

Role Description, Skills, Experience and Qualifications required: Job Description: Warehouse Lead (Second Shift - Union)
Position: Union Warehouse Lead
Shift: Second Shift (2:00 PM - 10:20 PM) Location: Melrose Park

Union plants

The starting wage for this role is $22.26 per hour.  This position may also be eligible for a shift differential and/or overtime.   In addition to your pay, Kerry offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and retirement contribution (all benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements). 

Key responsibilities

Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor
Job Summary: The Warehouse Lead on the second shift is responsible for supporting the Warehouse Supervisor in coordinating the order staging and loading processes, investigating inventory issues under direction from supervisors, where needed assisting with delivery creation and tendering in emergency scenarios. As a working lead duty will be split as required by the supervisor on shift.

Key Responsibilities:
Frontline Support Duties

Order Staging and Loading Coordination:
Assist the Warehouse Supervisor in coordinating the staging and loading of orders.
Ensure accurate and timely loading of trucks according to schedules.
Communicate with team members to ensure smooth operations.

Truck Driver Check-Ins and Check-Outs:
Assist with the check-in and check-out process for truck drivers.
Ensure all necessary documentation is completed accurately.
Address any issues or discrepancies with driver paperwork.
Load Preparations and Tracking:
Collaborate with the offsite logistics team (GBS) to ensure no gaps in staging/ loading opportunities.
In the event of no availability from off site support and outside of standard hours, create any emergency shipments.
Ensure all deliveries are accurately documented and processed for direct/ LTL + Shuttles.
Hands-On Warehouse Duties
Loading and Picking:
Participate in the loading and unloading of trucks.
Assist with picking orders according to company standards and procedures.
Ensure all products are handled safely and efficiently.
General Warehouse Tasks:
Assisting warehouse supervisor with inventory checks and validation
Support other warehouse team members as needed.
Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
Internal area checks, Quality and safety under schedule and direction from team leadership.
Adhere to all safety regulations and protocols.

Qualifications and skills

Qualifications:
•  High school diploma or equivalent.
•  Minimum of 3 years of experience in a warehouse or logistics environment. •  Minimum of 3 years of experience in a Leadership positions.
•  Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
•  Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
•  Previous Proficiencies in using warehouse management systems and software.
•  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
•  Physical ability to perform manual labor, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications:
•  Previous experience in a lead or supervisory role.
•  Forklift certification.
•  Familiarity with inventory management systems.
•  SAP exposure is a preference but not necessary.
•  Previous Logistic experience is also preferred.