Lead Warehouse Associate

CAPITAL AREA FOOD BANK•Washington, DC

8h•Onsite

About The Position

Assists the Warehouse Operations Manager in the successful operation of the warehouse by performing various duties in the functioning of the warehouse. This would include but not limited to the duties of unloading trucks of new product, putting away product received in designated locations, maintaining sanitation and cleanliness in the warehouse, pulling product to fulfill items requested for transfer orders, loading pallets of product being sent out on transfers, maintains accurate inventory levels by completing regular inventory counts with a goal of no less than 95% accuracy, ensures product is secured by ensuing product is safely stacked and shrink wrapped to the pallet. Follows company policies related to safety and security. Must have excellent customer service and motivational skills to interact with CAFB staff in a professional manner. Experience working with diverse populations including persons with special needs. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum HS diploma or equivalent
Minimum 1 – 2 yrs. experience in a warehouse environment
Ability to foster a cooperative work environment using effective leadership to the team being supervised
Proficient in Microsoft Office (outlook, Word, Excel PowerPoint)
Ability to work with and lead a diverse group of people
Strong Leadership and management skills especially effective communication and teamwork skills across departments to meet goals and complete tasks on time.
Possess the ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.
Demonstrated ability to solve problems as well as implement improvements to processes and established systems.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to delegate responsibility and authority to maximize team skills
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a fast pace, high energy environment and manage multiple task; deadline-oriented
Possess strong problem solving and interpersonal skills.
Strong computer skills

Responsibilities

Assists the Warehouse Operations Manager in the successful operation of the warehouse
Unloading trucks of new product
Putting away product received in designated locations
Maintaining sanitation and cleanliness in the warehouse
Pulling product to fulfill items requested for transfer orders
Loading pallets of product being sent out on transfers
Maintains accurate inventory levels by completing regular inventory counts with a goal of no less than 95% accuracy
Ensures product is secured by ensuing product is safely stacked and shrink wrapped to the pallet
Follows company policies related to safety and security
Interact with CAFB staff in a professional manner
Experience working with diverse populations including persons with special needs
Perform other duties as assigned