The Warehouse Lead supports business operations by communicating daily tasks and priorities to the warehouse team to maintain a smooth flow of materials in and out of the warehouse in a safe and orderly manner, maintaining high performance objectives for all departmental standards including timeliness, quality/accuracy, security, and productivity. This position reports to the Warehouse Supervisor and in the absence of a supervisor is the point of reference for questions regarding job responsibilities. The essential duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: Responsible for all production efforts Maintain an accurate and productive work environment aimed at consistently achieving high customer service standards. Must be certified or able to successfully past certification of forklift operation, training provided on-site. Operate manual dollies, manual platform lifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and hand tools used in warehouse operations safely and as instructed. Adherent to all safety and security policies including general site safety, forklift operation, and truck driving Must be able to interpret documents such as operating and maintenance instructions, safety rules, and manuals. Positive attitude / self–motivated Ability to train, coach, and mentor warehouse associates in job functions. Assists in training new and temporary agency employees to perform job functions. Work proactively on multiple tasks with minimal supervision. Assign workload according to requirements to ensure delegated work is completed in time. Supervise the daily procedures of various departments and/or employees and ensure smooth flow of work. Communicate with various employees, departments, vendors, and others to provide and receive information, resolve questions and issues, and coordinate activities. Function as a bridge for communication between the supervisor and the employees. Operate and instruct others in the operation of material moving equipment, stand up forklift and related vehicles inside the warehouse. Determine sequence for loading and unloading shipments for maximum space utilization, safety, and damage protection. Inspect and perform minor maintenance on equipment daily; arrange for maintenance and repair of warehouse equipment as needed. Perform computer lookup/inquiries to determine product location and/or description. Maintain inventory controls by collecting stock location orders, printing requests, recording amounts of items received, and counting of physical inventory. Identify obvious damage to equipment and materials through visual inspection. Attention to detail and ability to follow directions to meet deadlines. Meet or exceed accuracy and productivity expectations. Assist in other departments of the warehouse, as necessary. Flexibility to work independently to resolve issues and problems in daily assignments.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED