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Warehouse Team Lead

Des Moines Register

Pay & Bonus: Starting at $22/hour (based on experience) + $500 sign-on bonus

The Des Moines Register, part of USA Today Co., has an immediate opening for a full-time Warehouse Team Lead. The qualified individual will work as part of a packaging crew to coordinate overall post-press operations to achieve and maintain on-time production performance. This includes product quality and accuracy standards, operational safety (including OSHA and EPA compliance), and positive employee and customer relations.

Responsibilities:

Provide hands-on supervision of packaging operations to meet safety, quality, and production goals.
Manage production and shift scheduling.
Supervise production during assigned shifts, including training, new-hire onboarding, and addressing employee questions and concerns.
Ensure inserting accuracy and product integrity; complete daily production in a high-quality, timely manner.
Confirm accurate product staging and readiness for downstream steps.
Perform hands-on Packaging Operator duties as needed due to staffing shortages, machine issues, or unexpected workflow changes.
Operate preprint management systems, inserter drive controls, and related reporting tools.
Perform and verify inventory of strap, bottom wrap, consumable parts, and supplies.
Assist the Manager/Assistant Manager with packaging reports and web portal data entry.
Conduct Packaging Operator training.

Requirements:

Basic computer proficiency.
Strong people skills and the ability to lead and coach a team.
Prior supervisory/managerial experience preferred.
Solid, dependable work history.

We Offer:

Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage options.
HSA/FSA options.
Life & pet insurance.
Wellness and fitness programs.
401(k).
Generous time off, including paid holidays.

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