QCD Career Story: Jesse Wisch

Jesse Wisch’s career at QCD started in Whitewater, Wisconsin in 2010, when he joined the team as a warehouse associate and quickly distinguished himself as a driven and committed team member. Shaping his advancement with QCD, Jesse has shown ambition, dedication, and continuous commitment to professional growth.

As a warehouse order selector, Jesse demonstrated his drive and commitment to excellence, leading to promotions to warehouse lead and then to warehouse supervisor. By 2015, Jesse became deeply involved with the Warehouse Management System (WMS) team, traveling to QCD centers to implement essential WMS initiatives and proving his capability to handle complex logistical challenges.

In 2017, Jesse's career journey took him to McCook, Illinois, where he quickly progressed from Assistant Warehouse Manager to Warehouse Manager. His leadership and operational acumen continued to propel him forward, and by 2019, QCD entrusted Jesse with the management of QCD Chicago West in Romeoville, Illinois. Demonstrating his readiness to lead a full distribution facility team, he advanced to the role of General Manager at QCD Albuquerque, New Mexico in 2021.

Strong Culture and Succession Planning

Jesse’s longevity at QCD has resulted from the company’s strong culture and values, which deeply resonate with him. The organization's commitment to treating its associates and their families with respect and dignity has especially influenced his decision to continue his career with QCD.

QCD mentors like Jason Jacobs, Gus Golembiewski, and Jay Lee have played pivotal roles in Jesse’s development. These experienced general managers and regional leaders have encouraged Jesse and supported him with valuable guidance to help him excel from an entry-level position to a leadership role.

Jesse credits the company's focus on internal succession planning as a key element of his success. Less common in other organizations, the leadership development opportunities have positively shaped his growth trajectory with QCD.

Showing Up to Advance

For those aspiring to advance their careers at QCD, Jesse advises a proactive approach—take on additional responsibilities, help alleviate your supervisor's workload, and most importantly, show up every day. His exemplary record of attendance underscores his commitment and reliability.

Jesse most enjoys the daily challenges and the variety each day brings at QCD. He values the relationships he has built, describing the workplace as a family. Looking ahead, Jesse will focus on continuing to learn and excel in his role as General Manager. He is determined to provide the same opportunities for growth and recognition to associates on his team that he has engaged in throughout his career.

Jesse Wisch’s QCD Career story offers a powerful example of how ambition, coupled with a supportive work environment, can lead to substantial career achievements and personal satisfaction. His journey reflects the impact of hard work, perseverance, and seizing every opportunity presented.