Warehouse Shipping and Receiving Lead - Day Shift

Furst-McNess Company is looking to add a full-time Warehouse Lead at our Lodi, WI location.Starting Pay: Compensation will be determined by relevant experience and the interview processPay Type: Hourly rate with overtime pay, paid bi-weeklyWork Setting: Onsite, Production/Warehouse environmentCore Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:00am to 6:00pm, 45 hours per week (5 hours of overtime), 9-hour shiftsWork Location: 9077 Schutz Road, Lodi, WI 53555Benefit Package: We offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to promote health, financial security, and work‑life balance. See our benefits summary below.Position SummaryThe Warehouse Lead supports daily warehouse operations in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on shipping, receiving, material handling, and inventory flow. This role leads by example, ensuring safe and efficient forklift operation while maintaining the accurate and timely movement of materials and finished goods. The Warehouse Lead works closely with warehouse leadership to coordinate schedules, support team performance, and uphold safety, quality, and regulatory standards across all warehouse activities.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate daily shipping and receiving activities to ensure efficient workflow and on‑time deliveries Operate forklift safely to move, load, unload, and stage materials and finished goods Support team members by providing guidance, answering questions, and assisting with problem‑solving during the shift Train and onboard new warehouse employees, reinforcing safety, quality, and operational expectations Monitor warehouse workflow and identify opportunities to improve processes, reduce downtime, and increase productivity Assist with inventory accuracy through cycle counts, period‑end counts, and verification of warehouse transactions Serve as a backup to warehouse leadership to maintain continuity of operations when needed Communicate daily priorities, schedule changes, and operational updates to the warehouse team Assist with trailer movement, staging, and basic equipment or facility checks as needed Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment Follow all safety guidelines, wear required PPE, equipment lockout/tagout, and comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and regulatory requirements Support production tasks as needed Performs other duties as assigned QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent Minimum 2 years of warehouse, shipping/receiving, or material handling experience Previous lead experience preferred Maintain a valid driver’s license and clean driving record Forklift certification preferred; willingness to obtain certification with company support Demonstrated teamwork, reliability, and the ability to lead by example Strong communication skills and the ability to coordinate work in a fast‑paced environment Ability to read, write, and speak English and perform basic math calculations Basic computer/data entry skills; experience with SAP or similar systems preferred Familiarity with inventory systems Willingness to work in an indoor warehouse environment with temperature fluctuations due to seasonal weather conditions Commitment to safety, quality, and maintaining a clean work environment Ability to work at heights, climb stairs or ladders, and perform physical tasks throughout the shift Ability to lift up to 70 lbs., and safely maneuver palletized loads using warehouse equipment Note: Job responsibilities may change over time based on business needs.About Furst-McNess CompanyFor more than a century, Furst‑McNess Company has been a trusted leader in animal nutrition, delivering innovative feed, mineral, and management solutions to livestock producers across the United States. Our longstanding commitment to quality, integrity, and exceptional customer service guides everything we do. We bring together deep industry expertise and a people‑first culture built on safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Above all, we are dedicated to “Doing What’s Right” for animals, producers, and the future of agriculture. Learn more about us at https://www.mcness.com/ Locations: We have facilities and offices located throughout the United States, as well as an office in London, Ontario, Canada. Our CultureAt Furst-McNess, we strive to:Understand that being great is a choice Never settle for average or “good enough” Relentlessly search for ways to serve our customers better Work as a team Value and respect one another Earn trust through our actions Act in a sage and professional manner at all times Conduct ourselves with the highest level of integrity Deliver on the commitments we make Invest in our professional and personal development Maintain a positive work environment that promotes success Have fun and celebrate our successes Benefit Package SummaryMedical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match up to 5% Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Floating Holidays 100% Company-Paid Benefits: Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance, with additional coverage options for employees and dependents Fitness Reimbursement, $200 annually Safety Boot ReimbursementPPE provided