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Warehouse Lead - Chicago, IL

OVERVIEW:
Great Central Brewing Company (GCBC) is looking for an experienced and talented Warehouse Lead to be a part of our team. GCBC is a craft-dedicated contract brewing facility in the heart of downtown Chicago. Our Warehouse Lead will be responsible for conducting all warehouse operations in a safe and efficient manner that delivers the highest quality product on schedule for our brewery clients.

Location:
Chicago, IL

Reports To:
Packaging Manager

Position Type:
Full-time Hourly

Hourly Range:
$18.00-$21.00 varies with experience

EXPECTATIONS:
  • Adhere to GCBC’s quality standards in all areas of the Brewery as set forth by the Plant Manager, Director of Packaging and Director of Quality
  • Responsible for all shipping and receiving
  • Communicate with suppliers and clients as it pertains to shipping and receiving
  • Create BOL’s for all outbound loads
  • Track & document all inbound shipments (variances vs order)
  • Complete weekly inventory in the warehouse, documenting all variances
  • Reporting, investigation and accurate communications for work related injuries
  • Maintain a clean and organized warehouse
  • Develop and follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Communicate effectively and work well with other departments
  • Work towards achieving departmental goals
  • Comply with all company policies
  • Have a strong focus on safety, quality, and efficiency, while constantly evaluating work practices in the spirit of continuous improvement
  • Perform preventative maintenance based on established schedules, ensuring that daily, weekly, and annual maintenance is performed
  • Effectively complete additional assigned duties as necessary
 
REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICATIONS:
  • BA/BS degree in related field or equivalent experience
  • Must have 3+ years of production experience
  • Must have 2+ years of proven leadership and supervisory experience
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to trouble shoot with clientele while remaining patient and providing the highest level of customer service
  • Leadership experience, successfully motivating and coaching others
  • Writing and following SOPs, using SOPs for training
  • Masters skills of multi-tasking, prioritizing tasks and working independently
  • Strong communicator and team player with respect for co-workers, supervisors, and managers
  • Strong numerical ability as it pertains to inventory and reporting
  • Ability to lift up to 55 pounds repeatedly
  • Ability to lift, drag, carry, and manipulate hoses, parts, pumps, buckets, and reservoirs
  • Ability to twist / turn and stand / walk on a continuous basis
  • Ability to work on your feet for over eight hours at a time
  • Ability to work in loud production environments (80+ db)
  • Ability to work with chemicals of varying composition
  • Ability to work in damp / wet areas
  • Ability to work at heights (eg. Scissor lift, top of vessels, ladders)
  • Ability to work all shifts, additional hours & weekends as necessary 

COMPENSATION:

Range $18-$21 Varies by experience. This is a full-time hourly position (40 hours / week) with benefits, including health insurance, that begin after a successful 90-day introductory period. There are opportunities for advancement in an exciting and dynamic production atmosphere with fun, beer-loving folk. 

TO APPLY:
Send resume to Nancy Kramer at nancy@industrialcouncil.com.
ICNC - Industrial Council of Nearwest Chicago
320 N Damen Ave., First Floor
Chicago, IL. 60612
Tel: (312) 421-3941
Fax: (312) 421-1871
Email: info@industrialcouncil.com
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