Shipping and Warehouse Lead

Hiring Immediately
United Gear & Assembly offers:

• Benefits program active 1st of the month following your start date, which includes health, HRA, FSA, vision, and dental insurance
• 401k program with 4% company contribution
• Paid vacation
• Company paid short term disability with elective long‑term disability
• Company paid life insurance with additional elective life insurance available
• 10 paid holidays
• Profit sharing plan

United Gear and Assembly, Inc. is a premier manufacturer and supplier of precision gears, shafts, and related assemblies to various global OEMs in construction, agriculture, transportation, automotive, defense, and other industries. Based out of Hudson, WI, we are vertically integrated with a broad range of capabilities encompassing Engineering, Manufacturing, Full Heat Treating and Assembly. With a reputation built on satisfying quality requirements, narrow shipping windows, responsiveness to customers needs and a competitive position in the global market, UGA has become a world‑class supplier to the industry.

United Gear & Assembly is ISO/TS16929:2009 registered and we combine our engineering expertise, industry and application knowledge with design and process collaboration, to bring our customers high quality, cost effective solutions, delivered on time.

We are seeking an experienced Shipping and Warehouse Lead to oversee daily warehouse operations, with a focus on shipping, receiving, inventory management, and team leadership. The ideal candidate will ensure efficient order fulfillment, maintain a safe and organized workspace, and lead a team to meet productivity and accuracy goals in a fast‑paced environment.

• Coordinate warehouse staff activities, including training new hires, assigning tasks, and monitoring performance.
• Oversee shipping and receiving processes: packing orders, preparing shipping documents, loading/unloading trucks, and ensuring timely and accurate shipments.
• Learn and be a redundant/backup resource for shipping and receiving processes.
• Inventory control: conduct cycle counts, track stock levels, and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, maintain a clean and organized warehouse, and promote a safe working environment.
• Coordinate with other departments (e.g., production, customer service) to meet shipping deadlines and resolve issues.
• Lead team meetings, provide feedback, and drive process improvements for efficiency.
• Operate equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, or other material handling tools as needed.
• Handle administrative tasks like preparing reports on shipments, inventory, and team productivity.

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree in logistics, supply chain, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in warehouse operations.
• Proven experience in shipping/receiving, inventory management, and order fulfillment.
• Familiarity with MRP software, inventory control and shipping platforms.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Good communication, problem‑solving, and organizational abilities.
• Physical capability to lift heavy items (up to 50+ lbs) and stand for extended periods.
• Forklift certification or willingness to obtain one.
• Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, email).

• Competitive wages. Dependent on experience.
• Full‑time position with opportunities for overtime.
• Benefits package including health insurance, paid time off, and potential for advancement.
• A dynamic team environment in a growing company.

If you have strong leadership experience in warehouse and shipping operations, apply today!

1st Shift
Monday through Friday
6 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Intermittent OT