1st Shift Warehouse Lead Order Picker

1st Shift Order Picker Lead
Location: Belton, MOSchedule: Monday - Thursday, 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Friday, 6:00 AM - 12:00 PMPay: $22.50/hourPosition Type: Full-Time with Benefits
Lead the Team. Drive Results. Make an Impact.
Are you a motivated warehouse professional with strong leadership skills and a passion for safety and operational excellence? We're looking for a 1st Shift Order Picker Lead to help lead daily warehouse operations, support team members, and ensure productivity goals are met while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
In this hands-on leadership role, you'll work closely with the Area Manager to prioritize work, coach team members, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. If you enjoy leading by example, developing others, and creating a positive team culture, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do

Assign and monitor daily work activities based on operational priorities
Communicate regularly with the Area Manager regarding productivity, workflow, and staffing needs
Serve as a resource for team members by answering questions and resolving issues
Lead by example and promote a positive, team-oriented culture
Provide on-the-job training and coaching to support employee development
Encourage safe work practices and adherence to company policies
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, productivity, and quality
Maintain accurate inventory and operational records as needed
Promote housekeeping standards and maintain a clean, organized work area
Support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives

What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED
Leadership experience in a warehouse, distribution, manufacturing, or logistics environment
Strong communication and organizational skills
Ability to multitask and prioritize work in a fast-paced environment
Basic computer and spreadsheet experience
PIT Operating Experience (Cherry Picker, Reach Truck, Sit Down Forklift)

Preferred Qualifications

Two or more years of warehouse or distribution experience
Experience leading or training employees
Experience with inventory control, scheduling, or warehouse operations

Skills & Abilities

High energy and self-motivation
Strong leadership and team-building skills
Excellent verbal and written communication
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving abilities
Ability to train, coach, and mentor others
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
Comfortable working with numbers and performing basic calculations
Commitment to safety and continuous improvement

Equipment Used

Hand-held RF Scanner
Computer and warehouse operating systems