Warehouse Lead

Responsibilities

• Processing and requisitioning of supplies; delivering, and packaging materials for shipment.
• Supervise and coordinate Warehouse Personnel and activities which include the receipt, storage, to meet productivity goals, operating objectives, and warehouse maintenance functions.
• Coordinate new and current employee training to include personal safety, forklift safety, warehouse policy and procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Collaborate with internal and external customers to resolve discrepancies related to shipping, receiving and inventory. Research errors and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare work schedules to include work assignments/rotations, employee training, breaks, overtime assignments, and coverage for vacation/personal absences.
• Address and review personnel complaints and grievances ensuring compliance with appropriate company procedures and that they are resolved effectively and efficiently without preferences or judgment.
• Assist Full‑Time Supervisor in developing plans and programs for process improvement.
• Assist Full‑Time Supervisor in compiling productivity and reliability statistics for management.
• Complete daily sanitation schedule and process end‑shift paperwork.
• Ensure that the warehouse is maintained in a sanitary manner according to Company standards.
• Consistently inform Full‑Time Supervisor of potential problems and changes.
• Act as backup in the absence of Full‑Time Supervisor.
• Review and approve employee time and attendance records.
• Address performance problems through corrective action and dismissal.

• High School diploma, GED or equivalency required. Working toward a college degree preferred.
• Exhibits solid leadership ability.
• Demonstrates sound problem‑solving skills.
• Displays dedication to a high standard of performance.
• Possesses strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have reach truck experience.

• Basic Microsoft Office skills:
  Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word.
• Experience with warehouse operations, procedures, equipment, and terminology.
• Familiarity with requisitions, invoices, and other warehouse documents.
• Operation of warehouse equipment including forklifts, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
• Experience utilizing WMS, RF guns/scanners.

• Must be able to successfully pass all preliminary employment requirements (e.g., background check and drug screen).
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Effective time‑management skills.
• Impeccable verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to conduct appropriate research as needed.
• Strong presentation skills.
• Attention to detail and organization.
• Critical thinking.
• Ability to excel in a fast‑paced environment.

• Work is light to medium in nature with frequent walking to perform assigned tasks.
• Occasional lifting of 25–50 lbs. is required.

• Activities occur both inside and outside.
• Hazardous conditions may exist, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts.
• Employee may be subjected to extreme cold while supervising in the freezer.

• Equipment:
  Desktop computer, fax machine, copier, desk phone, and cell phone.
• Systems:
  Outlook, Excel, Word.