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Warehouse Team Lead

Axalta Coating Systems
Morton Grove, IL
Job Title: Warehouse Team Lead

Job #: 2026-18071

Location: 7828 Merrimac Ave. Morton Grove, IL 60053

Department: Logistics/Warehouse

Employment Type: Full-Time

Education: High School Diploma (Required)

Salary: $24.50 Hourly

Shift/Schedule: 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday thru Friday

Background: Candidates must be able to pass a Background Check and Drug Screen (No Exceptions)

Experience: Candidates must have at least 5 years' Warehouse experience. 3-5 years' Warehouse Leadership experience is required. Candidates will lead 10-12 people at a time.

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Warehouse Lead oversees multiple areas of the warehouse, including but not limited to quality, load consolidation, inventory, SAP system activities, training, mix room operations and warehouse operations flow to ensure efficient, safe, and productive handling. This role is co-responsible for supervising warehouse staff, coordinating logistics, enforcing safety protocols, and maintaining accurate inventory records.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead warehouse staff including training, scheduling, and KPI performance management.
  • Ensure all inbound and outbound shipments are accurate, on time, and properly documented.
  • Maintain organization of the warehouse including layout optimization and cleanliness.
  • Monitor inventory levels and perform regular cycle counts and audits.
  • Enforce safety and health regulations in compliance with company and legal standards.
  • Use warehouse management systems (WMS) to track goods and manage workflows.
  • Communicate and coordinate with procurement, logistics, and customer service teams.
  • Resolve issues related to delays, inventory discrepancies, or equipment malfunctions.
  • Generate reports on productivity, inventory accuracy, and employee performance.
Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's degree in logistics or related field preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in warehouse operations, with 3+ year in a supervisory role.
  • Knowledge of warehouse procedures, inventory control, and logistics.
  • Experience with SAP, WMS and/or ERP systems.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and operate warehouse equipment (e.g., forklift, pallet jack).
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Work Environment:
  • Fast-paced warehouse environment.
  • Requires standing, lifting, and operating machinery.
  • Occasional evening or weekend work during peak times
Our Company:

Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers' products - whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals - and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.

Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We've recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.

Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review.

Recruitment Fraud Alert : We take candidate safety seriously. If you believe you've encountered a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent our company, please include a link or screenshot and report it to [email protected].
7 - Operatives (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America)

We consider an individual's qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The actual offer will be at the company's sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate's qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location.

This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.
Posted 2026-08-22

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