Supply Chain Team Lead - 2nd Shift

As a Supply Chain Team Lead at IDEXX, you will oversee forklift operations and lead a team responsible for picking, packing, and shipping products to international customers and regional distribution centers across the globe. Your focus will be on ensuring inventory accuracy, safe and efficient forklift use, and maintaining a clean and organized warehouse environment. In this leadership role, you will support high-quality animal diagnostic devices used by veterinarians worldwide.

You will work in a welcoming and organized space with a steady schedule and a collaborative team!

• Supervising and training team members operating Power Industrial Equipment (forklift, reach truck, order picker, etc.)
• Leading daily work activities, providing coaching, guidance, and clear communication on business priorities
• Overseeing cycle counting of products and off-site storage movements both inbound and outbound-including documentation accuracy and process efficiency
• Monitoring the counting of materials from cold storage areas and ambient temperature zones
• Troubleshooting and resolving operational and logistical issues across warehouse functions
• Ensuring timely resolution of short-picked products and performing inventory pulls between IDEXX facilities
• Supporting inventory control strategies, performing cycle counts, data entry, and reconciling discrepancies
• Coordinating equipment and inventory movements for internal and external customers
• Collaborating cross-functionally to drive continuous improvements in materials management processes
• Maintaining high standards for cleanliness, safety, and organization within the warehouse
• Operating forklifts as part of daily workflow, modeling safety and best practices

• Previous experience operating forklifts and leading warehouse or distribution teams
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with direct reports and prioritize urgent matters with a high sense of urgency
• Familiarity with Workday, Excel, Outlook, and SAP
• A High School diploma (or equivalent) and experience in a related supply chain or logistics role
• Self-directed, assertive, flexible, and willing to learn-these qualities are key to success in this role
• Ability to work independently and lead others with limited supervision in a fast-paced environment
• Certification to handle hazardous materials (or willingness to obtain if needed)
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational habits, and a safety-first mindset
• Effective interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills that build trust across teams

• Standing for 2+ hours, sitting, computer and phone use
• Extended reach, occasional lifting up to 70 lbs, kneeling or bending
• Specific vision requirements: close range, color perception, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

* Hourly rates targeting: $25.00 / hour

* Opportunity for annual cash bonus and merit pay increase consideration

* Health / Dental / Vision benefits from day one

* 5% matching 401k

* On-the-job training and career advancement opportunities

* Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and more

* The opportunity to do meaningful work where you positively impact the lives of people and pets all over the world

* The hours for this position are Monday - Thursday 3:00pm - 11:30pm, Friday 1pm - 9:30pm

* Reliable and dependable attendance is an essential function of the position.

We're proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve since 1983, our team members help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, ensure safe drinking water for billions, and help farmers protect livestock and poultry from disease.

We have customers in over 175 countries and a collaborative global workforce. Our culture is one that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery. At IDEXX, you'll be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Knowing our work makes a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of pets and people is what motivates us every day. If meaningful work and a sense of purpose are at the top of your list, you'll find it here.

Let's pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role.

Does this sound like the opportunity for you? Apply today!

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