Lead Warehouse Associate - VAS

Job ID: R43198

Lead Warehouse Associate - VAS

Primary Location: Plainfield, IN United States of America

Position Summary

C.H. Robinson is seeking a Lead Warehouse Associate to play a pivotal role in training, coaching, and overseeing our warehouse team. In this position, you'll ensure the safe and efficient loading and unloading of freight from trailers or ocean containers, maintaining the flow of materials within the warehouse. You will elevate our operations by implementing process enhancements, resolving issues, and achieving efficiency improvements. We're seeking an individual who is dependable, detail-oriented, and safety-minded, capable of thriving in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. If you're ready to make an impact and lead by example, apply now and join our team!

Duties And Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities of this position consists of, but are not limited to, the following:

• Support warehouse supervisory team in adhering to standard operating procedures (SOPs) and ensure their implementation
• Assist warehouse team in utilizing Warehouse Management System (WMS), including training and troubleshooting, to maintain efficient warehouse organization
• Receive goods from customers and suppliers by offloading and loading vehicles, checking paperwork, weighing, measuring, and reporting discrepancies or damages
• Operate stand-up, sit-down forklifts, and hand jacks for palletization, stretch wrapping, and banding of cargo
• Load and unload trailers/ocean containers in a professional and damage-free manner
• Prepare outbound loads by matching paperwork, labeling, and handling Unit Load Device (ULD) preparation
• Sign off Bills of Lading accurately, verifying counts and damages
• Stage cargo within the warehouse safely and orderly
• Maintain warehouse cleanliness and organization standards through general housekeeping
• Ensure quality standards are met according to standard operating procedures (SOP) or customer requirements, including reworking or recouping freight
• Contribute to the development of new SOPs related to new business, products, or process changes
• Site Specific: Regular duties include cross-functional areas such as receiving, loading, picking, shipping, etc.
• Site Specific: Completion of weekly bond checks
• Site Specific: Execute Dock-to-Stock procedures and regulations at all times, maintaining building perimeter security and challenging anything or anyone untoward
• Site Specific: Handle bonded import freight into the External Temporary Storage (ERTS) facility in accordance with regulations and breakdown of inbound ULD's as required
  
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Minimum 2 years of previous warehouse operations experience
• Possess good physical stamina and coordination
• Could be required to stand and/or walk for long periods daily while frequently bending, twisting, reaching, and periodically lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Certified forklift operator
• Applicants in a warehouse role must complete a pre-employment drug screen as part of a conditional job offer
• Site Specific: Ability to work flexible hours and days
  
  

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Familiarity with Bills of Lading, Shipping Manifests, Delivery Orders, etc.
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Site Specific: Ability to speak Spanish
• Values a diverse and inclusive work environment
  
  

We will review applications for this role on an ongoing basis and encourage all interested candidates to apply at their earliest convenience.

Compensation Range

$16.97 - $26.49

The base pay range displayed on the job posting reflects the minimum and maximum base pay for this specific location. Your individual base pay within this range is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. During the hiring process, your recruiter will provide more details. Compensation details listed in this posting reflect the base pay only and do not include additional variable compensation.

Questioning if you meet the mark? Studies have shown that women, people of color, and individuals with disabilities may be less likely to apply unless they match the job description exactly. Here at C.H. Robinson, we're building a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel they belong. If this position excites you, we welcome you to apply whether you check all the preferred qualifications or just a few. You may just be our next great fit!

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

C.H. Robinson is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We believe in equality for all and celebrate the diversity of our employees, customers and communities. We believe this increases creativity and innovation, drives business growth and enables engaged and thriving teams. We're committed to providing an inclusive environment, free from harassment and discrimination, where all employees feel welcomed, valued and respected.

Affirmative Action Employer/EOE/M/F/Disabled/Veteran

Benefits

Your Health, Wealth and Self

Your total wellbeing is the foundation of our business, and our benefits support your financial, family and personal goals. We provide the top-tier benefits that matter to you most, including:

• Two medical plans (including a High Deductible Health Plan)
• Prescription drug coverage
• Enhanced Fertility benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account (including employer contribution)
• Dental and Vision
• Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Paid and floating holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community
• Charitable Giving Match Program
• 401(k) with 6% company matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Plus a broad range of career development, networking, and team-building opportunities
  
  

Dig in to our full list of benefits on OUR CULTURE page.