Receiving Team Lead

AppleTree Staffing has partnered with a long-standing manufacturing leader in the trucking industry to hire a Receiving Team Lead. With over 75 years in business, our client continues to grow by delivering innovative, high-quality products nationwide. They are now seeking a motivated leader to join their receiving department and help drive operational excellence.

This company values its employees by offering:

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance and paid time off

• Career growth opportunities for team members with strong work ethic and leadership potential

• A stable, team-oriented environment built on innovation, integrity, and accountability

About the Role

The Receiving Team Lead is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the receiving department. This hands-on leadership role ensures accurate, timely, and safe handling of incoming materials while fostering a collaborative team culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily workflow of the receiving team, including task assignment and performance monitoring

• Inspect and verify incoming shipments for accuracy in quantity, quality, and specifications

• Oversee unloading, sorting, labeling, and storage of materials

• Ensure accurate data entry into the inventory management system

• Communicate shipment discrepancies or damages to Purchasing and Quality Control

• Collaborate with Production and Scheduling to keep materials flowing smoothly

• Maintain a safe, organized, and OSHA-compliant work area

• Train, coach, and mentor receiving staff on processes and equipment use

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment as needed

• Assist with cycle counts, physical inventories, and reconciliation processes

• Support continuous improvement efforts to increase accuracy and efficiency

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (additional coursework in logistics or supply chain preferred)

• 3+ years of warehouse or receiving experience with at least 1 year in a leadership role

• Manufacturing experience strongly preferred

• Proficiency with inventory systems, ERP software, and MS Office (Excel, Word)

• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods

• Lift and carry up to 50 lbs independently; team lift up to 100 lbs

• Comfortable working in varying temperatures (seasonal warehouse conditions)

• Ability to safely operate forklifts and material handling equipment