Distribution Center Shift Lead

Love's Travel Stops & Country Stores•Brigham City, UT

About The Position

Distribution Center Shift Leads support the safe and efficient operation of Love’s Distribution Centers. The role covers a range of DC functions, including loading and unloading, order picking and processing, operating heavy equipment such as forklifts, and maintaining appropriate inventory levels. Shift Leads develop mastery of DC operations while training and coaching other associates. Success involves learning new skills, providing excellent customer service, and promoting teamwork in a fast-paced, detail-oriented environment.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in a distribution center, warehouse, or logistics environment.
At least 2 years of experience operating forklifts or other material handling equipment in an industrial setting.
Forklift certification required.
Experience coordinating workflow, assigning tasks, and supporting operational productivity goals.
Ability to safely load, unload, move, and store inventory in a fast-paced warehouse environment.
Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen.
Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills, with the ability to train and support team members.
Knowledge of warehouse management systems (WMS), handheld scanners, inventory controls, and shipping and receiving processes.
Ability to safely operate forklifts, rider jacks, cherry pickers, and other warehouse equipment.
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, time management, and ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
Ability to use computers, warehouse technology, and operational systems as part of daily responsibilities.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, lift, and move items weighing up to 75 pounds, and work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment.

Nice To Haves

Forklift training certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain a safe, clean, and well-maintained distribution center by following safety standards, inspecting equipment, and using personal protective equipment properly.
Support warehouse operations, including loading, unloading, order processing, inventory movement, and accurate shipment handling using warehouse management systems and handheld technology.
Operate material handling equipment, including forklifts and stock management tools, safely and ensure equipment readiness.
Coordinate daily workflow by allocating labor, delegating tasks, and partnering with leadership to meet productivity and production goals.
Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts, inventory audits, and proper product storage and handling.
Train, coach, and support team members and serve as a subject matter expert on distribution center processes and warehouse management systems.