Team Lead, 1st Shift

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics

. Coordinate and oversee daily warehouse operational activities .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timeAurora • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in warehouse operations, including logistics coordination, material handling equipment operation, and quality control procedures. Proficient in training and mentoring associates while ensuring adherence to safety protocols and operational guidelines.

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Warehouse Operations CoordinationMaterial Handling Equipment OperationForklift CertificationLogistics ExperienceQuality Control Procedures

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Hard Skills

Warehouse OperationsMaterial Handling Equipment (MHE)Forklift OperationRF Scanner ExperienceWMS FunctionsBasic Mathematical SkillsQuality ControlInventory VerificationShipping and Receiving ProceduresActivity Reporting

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailEffective CommunicationAdaptabilityTime ManagementTeam Leadership

Tools & Technologies

ForkliftsReach TrucksPallet JacksScissor LiftsCherry Pickers

Certifications & Qualifications

Forklift Training CertificationMHE Certification

Industry Keywords

LogisticsDistributionWarehouse ManagementOperational ActivitiesSafety Protocols

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Coordinate and oversee daily warehouse operational activities
Oversee associates handling warehousing, receiving, and shipping operations
Mentor and train new and existing associates on distribution activities and standard operating procedures
Train associates on shipping, receiving, picking, and quality control procedures
Assist with forklift operation and certification
Coordinate inbound unloading, product stacking, outbound picking, and shipment staging
Verify inbound and outbound paperwork and product counts
Load orders accurately according to assigned doors and trailers
Research shipping and receiving discrepancies
Communicate professionally with customers by telephone, electronically, or in person
Prepare activity reports for site management
Verify product and order quality, including reporting damage or discrepancies
Stack, package, shrink-wrap, and label products
Report inconsistencies and problems to the Operations Supervisor or Operations Manager
Participate in quality, safety, and department meetings
Execute safety protocols and maintain warehouse cleanliness, security, and orderly work areas
Direct warehouse work-team operations and assist with productivity and payroll-hour records
Assist the Supervisor with workforce levels and work schedules
Ensure schedules, job assignments, quality procedures, and guidelines are followed
Initiate or recommend solutions for product, process, and quality-system nonconformities
Operate and maintain warehouse equipment, including forklifts, reach trucks, pallet jacks, scissor lifts, cherry pickers, and related equipment
Inspect equipment daily, perform minor maintenance, and report equipment problems
Perform or assist with building, grounds, and equipment maintenance
Perform clerical and administrative tasks such as answering telephones, scheduling, greeting visitors, filing, and record keeping
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required
1 year of experience working in a logistics, distribution, or relevant environment
Able to operate material handling equipment (MHE)
Must be able to work in unregulated warehouse temperatures during warmer and colder months
Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program
Basic computer skills
RF scanner experience
WMS functions
English reading, writing, and verbal skills
Basic to intermediate mathematical skills for verifying quantities, counting inventory, and related duties
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner
Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision or guidance
Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all organizational levels
Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed
Willingness to work mandatory or voluntary overtime as business requires
Preferred: 2–4 years of warehouse/logistics/distribution experience
Preferred: 2–4 years of forklift experience
Preferred: current or prior MHE certification
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 21–50 pounds
Ability to walk and stand constantly, bend frequently, and reach, squat, or kneel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits offerings, eligibility, coverage options, and plan details available through the DSV Benefits Showcase; benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division
Equal employment opportunity protections
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities