Warehouse Team Lead (MON-FRI)

S&S Activewear – Lockport, IL

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ABOUT US

S&S Activewear is a leading North American, tech-enabled specialty distributor of imprintable apparel, including t-shirts, fleece, athletic wear, headwear, workwear, scrubs and accessories. We pride ourselves on being the “critical link” that enables our 100+ brand partners such as Adidas, Columbia and Gildan to reach our hyper-fragmented base of customers, comprised of apparel decorators, eRetailers and promotional products distributors that embellish apparel items for diverse end consumer use cases (e.g., everyday wear, concerts, fitness attire, life events, team sports, etc.). At S&S, we differentiate in the market through a customer service focus, strategic product portfolio, world-class distribution infrastructure, a collaborative growth culture and a relentless focus on technology and innovation. 

Our success has compounded since the Company’s humble beginnings in 1988 as a regional t-shirt distributor to a leading, multi-billion-dollar value-added distribution platform that drives market penetration for our suppliers while enabling the growth, operations and fulfillment for a diverse range of customers across channels and business sizes.  We strive to be the apparel distributor of choice while inspiring and fostering growth for customers, employees and suppliers through our core values of service, deep relationships, innovation, continuous improvement and accountability.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The Team Lead provides guidance and direct feedback to all team members within assigned tasks. The Decanting and Restock Lead will directly interact with the designated department team. The Decanting and Restock Lead is to ensure compliance of the procedure, and communicate goals, safety practices, and also provides ongoing guidance and support to the employees as they complete their action plans. The Decanting and Restock Lead will provide assistance and support to all Supervisors. They ensure that proper processes are followed and that errors are addressed quickly. They assist in training of new and present employees and the upkeep of the Distribution Center. 

COMPENSATION & SCHEDULE

$23.43 hourly

Monday - Friday, Full-Time (4:30am - 1:00pm), non-exempt

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your life, health, and future. Benefits begin 0–90 days after hire and include Vacation, Personal, and Sick time; Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Disability coverage; Flexible Spending Accounts; and a 401(k) plan. You’ll also enjoy discounts on brand‑name apparel, fun employee events, and meaningful opportunities for growth and advancement. Join a company that invests in you from day one.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Use a tablet and scanner to perform the job
• Safely operate all warehouse equipment
• Show up on time every day, ready to work with a positive attitude
• Maintain a safe and clean warehouse
• Follow directions of supervisors and mangers
• Help reconcile and delivery discrepancies
• Monitor receiving progress and process to ensure accuracy and efficiency
• Provide assistance and guidance to the receiving team
• Perform regular safety walks
• Assess the root cause of receiving issues and help devise a plan of action for preventing similar future problems
• Process improvement participation
• Monitor and train new hires to ensure optimal productivity and quality.
• Maintain organization and cleanliness of Distribution Center.
• Follows all SOPs, safety rules, and regulations.
• Acts professionally and remains focused – contributing to a culture and environment focused on a safe working environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned and be willing to cross train.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR 

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Ability to read and speak English. 
• Must have reliable transportation. 
• Ability to follow detailed instructions.
• Ability to operate a warehouse equipment and machinery.
• Must be comfortable using electronic devices.
• Can lift and carry up to 50lbs on occasion with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Basic math skills, ability to count, add, and subtract numbers quickly and accurately.
• Ability to identify colors, sizes, quantity, label, and SKU information.
• Must be flexible with start and departure time changing. 
• Ability to work overtime when needed.
• Ability to work independently without close supervision.
• Responsible