Lead Material Handler - Madison WI

WP Beverages is a prominent and trusted distributor specializing in delivering some of the most iconic beverage brands around, including Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Gatorade, Lipton, Klarbrunn, Starbucks, Rockstar, Aquafina, and many others. Having established itself as a critical link in the beverage supply chain, WP Beverages ensures that consumers find their favorite drinks readily available at stores and restaurants nationwide. Located in Madison, WI, WP Beverages is committed not only to excellence in distribution but also to the well-being and growth of its team members. The company has cultivated a culture that values hard work, responsibility, and collaboration while offering comprehensive employee benefits that support both personal and professional development. Employees enjoy generous paid time off, robust medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, critical illness and accident coverage, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 401(k) plans with profit sharing, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and paid holidays. WP Beverages operates with careful attention to safety and efficiency, fostering an environment where employees can thrive and contribute meaningfully to the company’s mission of delivering quality beverages efficiently and reliably.

The Lead Material Handler position within the Loading Team at WP Beverages plays a pivotal role in the company’s warehouse operations. The primary responsibilities of this role involve the effective building, staging, and loading of products to ensure timely and accurate delivery to customers. This leadership role takes on additional oversight of loading operations during the absence of the Loading Supervisor, making it essential for candidates to demonstrate strong organizational and leadership capabilities. The Lead Material Handler will manage the movement and rotation of products throughout various warehouse locations while maintaining cleanliness and organization standards essential to safe and efficient warehouse operation. This role requires the operation of powered industrial equipment, including fork-trucks, and the capability to move and back up tractor/trailer combinations of varying sizes. Physically demanding aspects include lifting heavy loads, prolonged periods of standing, bending, and the repetitive motion associated with material handling tasks.

Candidates must be proactive problem solvers eager to improve warehouse processes and business operations at WP Beverages. This position offers a competitive hourly wage of $28 and an afternoon shift starting at 11:00 a.m. until the end of shift, making it suitable for individuals seeking a dynamic work environment within a leading beverage distribution company. By joining WP Beverages, employees are part of a team dedicated to delivering refreshment to communities one bottle at a time, backed by a supportive employer who values their contribution and well-being.