Warehouse Receiving Lead
Walcott, IA Receiving, Warehouse, Critical Thinking
Job Type
Full-time
Description

Full-Time | Starting $17-$18/hour + Excellent Benefits

Monday-Friday | No Mandatory Weekends


At Iowa 80 Truckstop, we pride ourselves on operational excellence, teamwork, and delivering outstanding service across our retail and distribution operations. We are seeking a Warehouse Receiving Lead to guide one of our Departments and help ensure accurate, efficient, and organized receiving operations.


If you’re a motivated leader with warehouse experience and strong problem-solving skills, this is your opportunity to grow with a respected, industry-leading organization.


The Warehouse Receiving Lead is responsible for leading and supervising employees within the Inbound Department. This role sets procedures, prioritizes workloads, collaborates cross-functionally, and ensures that receiving operations run smoothly and accurately.


Key Responsibilities


Leadership & Supervision

  • Lead tasks across the Department.
  • Supervise and guide the warehouse receiving team.
  • Set procedures and provide operational guidance within Receiving.
  • Establish goals and prioritize daily workload.
  • Train employees and provide ongoing support and development.
  • Manage assigned projects and departmental initiatives

Inbound & Receiving Operations

  • Process and manage Bills of Lading.
  • Load and unload deliveries safely and efficiently.
  • Lead material handling task workload and troubleshoot issues.
  • Ensure returns are processed accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Oversee assembly processes, including entering orders, creating Purchase Orders, and maintaining inventory.

Vendor & Cross-Department Collaboration

  • Work with external partners, vendors, and stakeholders.
  • Serve as a liaison among internal departments.
  • Resolve shipment discrepancies and coordinate credits or corrective action.
  • Guide team members when encountering issues.

Requirements

  • 1–2 years of Warehouse supervisory experience OR 4-year Supply Chain Management degree or other related field
  • Must live within a daily commutable distance

Preferred

  • Experience with Third Party Logistics (3PL) systems
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
  • Experience in warehouse, distribution, or retail receiving operations
  • Ability to lead teams and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

What We Offer

  • Growth opportunities within a well-established organization
  • Team-oriented work environment
  • Stability and long-term career potential
  • Comprehensive benefits

Iowa80.com is committed to providing a safe work environment. Employment for this role is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, a pre-employment drug screening in accordance with company policy and applicable law (including testing for substances that may impair job performance), and a CRT physical, as required for the position. Iowa 80 also conducts random drug testing for employees.





Requirements
  • Receiving experience
  • Supervisory experience
  • Strong attention to detail and pride in accurate work
  • A problem solver who asks questions instead of making assumptions
  • Reliable, dependable, and eager to learn
  • Able to work in a fast-paced team environment
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods
  • Reliable transportation
  • Forklift or scanner experience is a plus—but not required

Benefits

  • Weekly pay
  • Flexible scheduling options
  • No mandatory weekends
  • Career growth and paid training
  • Employee discounts on meals, merchandise, and fuel
  • Health, dental, life, and 401(k) with company contributions
  • Paid vacation, profit sharing, and tuition assistance up to $1,500 per year

Why Iowa80?
Our average employee has been with us for more than five years. We believe in investing in our people and creating careers—not just jobs.


This is an on-site position. A background check and pre-employment drug screening (including marijuana) are required. Iowa 80 Group does not sponsor work visas.