Material Handling/Shipping Lead Person

New Warehouse – Baker Manufacturing
1809 Adel Street, Janesville, WI (Southside)

Pay: $22–$24/hour
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 5:30–6:30 AM – 3:00 PM
OT may be required Fridays & Saturdays

REQUIRED – Manufacturing Environment

• 3+ years forklift experience in a manufacturing/warehouse setting
• 1+ year leadership or team lead experience

Role Overview

Hands-on lead role supporting material control, shipping & receiving, and inventory in a fast-paced manufacturing warehouse. This position combines forklift operation and ERP inventory work with daily team leadership.

Reports to: Inventory Supervisor

Key Responsibilities

Material Control & Inventory

• Pick, pull, and distribute materials using Epicor ERP
• Maintain accurate inventory and perform cycle counts
• Organize warehouse storage for efficiency and safety

Shipping & Receiving

• Receive, inspect, and verify inbound shipments
• Prepare and coordinate outbound shipments
• Ensure shipping paperwork and documentation accuracy

Forklift Operation

• Safely operate forklifts and warehouse equipment
• Perform basic equipment upkeep (charging, fueling)

Leadership

• Lead and support 1 warehouse associate
• Train team members on safety, procedures, and equipment
• Monitor daily workflow and provide feedback

Safety

• Follow PPE and warehouse safety requirements
• Maintain clean, organized work areas

Qualifications

• Forklift experience required
• 3+ years warehouse/material control experience
• Prior leadership experience required
• High school diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills (Word, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs (100 lbs team lift)

Work Environment

• Manufacturing/warehouse setting
• Exposure to moving equipment, noise, and seasonal temperatures

Benefits

• 401(k) Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and AD&D, Profit Sharing, PTO, Short- Term Disability, Long-Term Disability
• Brand-New Warehouse Facility

• Forklift experience required
• 3+ years warehouse/material control experience
• Prior leadership experience required
• High school diploma or GED
• Basic computer skills (Word, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs (100 lbs team lift)