Description

Team Lead – PM Shift

Location: Columbus, OH

Starting Pay: $22.00 an hour

About Us

Bluegrass Supply Chain Services, LLC is committed to creating a dynamic work environment and offering rewarding career paths for our team members. We provide a comprehensive range of value-added warehousing and warehouse management services designed to boost operational efficiency.

Our mission extends beyond supporting our partners’ success — we aim to empower our employees through professional growth, skill development, and advancement opportunities. Bluegrass is 100% committed to maintaining safe, secure, drug-free, and violence-free workplaces.

Why Join Us?

At Bluegrass, you are not just an employee — you are a valued member of an innovative and supportive team. We invest in our people by fostering a positive work culture, offering competitive benefits, and providing diverse opportunities for learning and career growth.

Whether you are beginning your career or looking to advance into leadership, we offer multiple pathways to expand your expertise in supply chain management, logistics, technology, and operations leadership.

Role Overview

We are seeking a Team Lead – Forklift Operations (PM Shift) to join our team in Columbus, Ohio.

In this hands-on leadership role, you will oversee and coordinate the daily activities of forklift operators within the warehouse. The Team Lead ensures efficient operations while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and productivity.

This position requires strong organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to motivate and mentor team members. The warehouse environment may or may not be climate-controlled.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and direct forklift operators to meet daily operational targets
Safely operate a forklift to move and stack lightweight cans and materials
Monitor and enforce safety protocols and compliance with company standards
Conduct daily equipment inspections and oversee adherence to maintenance schedules
Assist with general warehouse tasks to ensure workflow efficiency
Provide training, mentorship, and performance feedback to forklift operators
Collaborate with the Warehouse Supervisor to address operational challenges and implement improvements
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Ensure accurate reporting and tracking of inventory and task completion
Verify trailers and equipment are safe prior to loading
Complete shipping documentation and system transactions to ensure inventory accuracy
Communicate effectively with clients, drivers, and guests

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of forklift operation experience, with at least 1 year in a leadership or supervisory role
Valid driver’s license and forklift certification required
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
High attention to detail and commitment to safety and quality standards
Ability to lift 50–75 pounds regularly and work in varying temperature conditions
Strong communication skills to interact with team members and management
Experience with inventory management systems (or willingness to learn)

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