Mini Load Picking Lead

Fastenal•Edwardsville, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Mini Load Picking Lead directs the day-to-day operations of the Mini Load Picking department at Fastenal’s distribution center. The role involves fulfilling branch orders through a small-parts automated goods-to-person system, packing the requested products, printing routing labels, and sending orders to Sortation. The lead provides guidance to help ensure work is completed correctly, efficiently, and on time. The position also involves leading and training team members, communicating with employees and branches, and using computer programs, scanners, printers, and scales. The role requires maintaining an organized work area and following company health, safety, and sustainability expectations. A flexible schedule may be available after onboarding, training, and meeting performance goals.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years old.
Have prior work experience in warehouse, distribution, operations, or industrial sales.
Have proficient written and oral communication skills.
Have knowledge of computer operations, including oper1, WMS, and Microsoft Office applications.
Be highly motivated, self-directed, and customer-service oriented.
Demonstrate strong math aptitude, attention to detail, and a sense of urgency.
Demonstrate strong organization, planning, and prioritizing abilities.
Be able to learn and perform multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Be able to work independently and in a team environment.
Be willing to work a flexible schedule and extra time as needed.
Demonstrate the company’s core values of ambition, innovation, integrity, and teamwork.
Be able to lift, slide, carry, and lower packages typically weighing 25–50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds.
Pass the required drug screen where applicable in the United States, Puerto Rico, and Guam.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience operating a forklift.

Responsibilities

Lead and train team members.
Communicate with employees and branches.
Pick orders and pack products using a small-parts automated goods-to-person system.
Operate computer programs, scanners, and printers to label products.
Use a scale to weigh products.
Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the work area.
Comply with health, safety, and sustainability rules and expectations.
Participate in activities and programs that support the company’s health, safety, and sustainability objectives.
Learn, pass, and practice environmental health and safety training.