Warehouse Lead (Reichman Sales ? Toluca, IL)

 Description Can you repetitively bend and lift boxes and bags up to 80 lbs? While working in a non-climate-controlled environment? Do you have excellent interpersonal skills with a team approach and a positive attitude? Must have the ability to operate a forklift. Heavy lifting is involved. Overtime is required, sometimes with short notice, during peak times. If you said yes to all these questions, we’d like to hear from you! For a century, Wilbur-Ellis has experienced success and growth in marketing and distributing agricultural products and services. Join us and grow your career with a strong and profitable industry leader offering competitive compensation, tremendous growth and development opportunities, and a people-first work environment. Come grow with us! General Purpose and Scope of Position: Responsible for management of inventory, order processing, and safety including warehouse duties such as stocking and retrieving items, driving a forklift, and general housekeeping. Key Skills and Abilities Include:Possession of a valid commercial Class A driver's license with a good driving recordForklift Driver and Driving Certification (offered on the job)High School Diploma or equivalentProficient with computers utilizing Microsoft Windows, Windows applicationsWillingness to operate material handling equipment including forklift, order picker, and pallet jack Key Personal Attributes Include:Requires excellent interpersonal skills between both customers and fellow employeesAbility to work and contribute to a team approach with a positive attitude and outlookPossess the leadership skills to effectively lead warehouse operationsStrong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple assignmentsExcellent attention to detailStrong oral and written communication skills Specific Responsibilities and Key Deliverables Include:Provide support to drivers, and warehouse personnelOversee the efficient operation of the yard, warehouse, and all vehiclesProvide inventory management in the best overall economic interest of the companyOversee daily and monthly inventory countsMaintain accurate inventory records, ensuring no product leaves, or enters the warehouse without the necessary paperworkAssisting loading and dispatching of custom applicatorsAct expeditiously on all aged and damaged inventoryProvide additional oversight to the maintenance of equipmentDetermine storage location of productsComplete Hazardous Material shipping papers and train drivers, warehouse helpers, and customers about transportation rules and regulationsMeet and complete all WECO regulatory safety and training requirements, including physical exams, self, and other branch employeesEnsures that all parts are in stock, maintains proper inventoryOrganize and maintain safety training and recordsEnsure that the warehouse has proper safety signsBecome well-rounded in all aspects of the branch to ensure profitability Generous BenefitsIn compliance with all states and cities that require transparency of pay, the base compensation for this position ranges from $16.83 - $22.41 per hour.  Note that wages may vary based on location, skills, and experience.  This position is eligible for vacation, holidays, health, dental, vision, mental health, retirement plans, and other benefits. COMPANY CULTURE  Wilbur-Ellis is a company you can be proud to call your employerWilbur-Ellis markets and distributes agricultural products, animal feed, and specialty chemicals and food ingredients. A privately held and consistently profitable company, we employ more than 4,000 people throughout North America and Asia-Pacific. Wilbur-Ellis is for and about peopleWilbur-Ellis has enjoyed over 100 years of success and growth, all thanks to our people. Our employees are both leaders and team players who thrive on creativity, entrepreneurial spirit, and a dedication to quality work, our customers, and each other. Wilbur-Ellis invests in the industry’s best workforceWilbur-Ellis invests heavily in our employees by offering skill development and training, competitive compensation and benefits, and a tradition of promotion from within for a broad range of career opportunities. And we foster a supportive, people-first work environment. Apply today and come grow with us! Job Code:WAREH011343