Warehouse Lead-3rd shift

Nichols Farms•Hanford, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Shipping and Receiving / Warehouse Lead works in a fast-paced department and helps ensure finished products are safely and properly loaded for freight, stored, or moved to designated areas. The department coordinates with the RTE department to transfer finished products to Processing, Roasting/WIP, and other departments, and works directly with truck drivers while following company security, visitor, and business policies. As the final stage before shipment, the department requires close attention to product preparation and quality standards. The Lead assists the Shipping & Receiving / Warehouse Supervisor by supporting workflow, monitoring operations, and ensuring shipment security. The Lead helps coordinate and guide team members, supports shipping and receiving documentation and operations, and promotes safe work practices. The role is based primarily in a warehouse and plant manufacturing setting, with some office-based administrative work. Plant work may involve high noise levels. The position requires the physical ability to sit, walk, and stand for periods at a workstation, climb stairs, reach, and lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally. Company-designated personal protective equipment must be worn. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

At least two years of experience in a food manufacturing and warehouse/shipping/receiving environment.
Proficient computer skills, including the ability to use organizational computer systems and email platforms.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of personnel and company information.
Ability to operate industrial equipment such as forklifts, scissor lifts, yard dogs, electronic pallet jacks, and boom lifts.
Ability to work any day and/or shift, including weekends and holidays, as assigned.
Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and make sound decisions.
Ability to obtain and appropriately use equipment, facilities, materials, and personnel.
Ability to prioritize tasks quickly and manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present information clearly.
Ability to build and maintain working relationships effectively.
Ability to work effectively with teams, participate in problem-solving, and collaborate toward departmental and organizational goals.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
Ability to participate in continuous improvement initiatives and seek opportunities to improve processes and personal performance.
Ability to identify problems, analyze information, evaluate options, and implement solutions.
Ability to sit, walk, and stand for periods at a workstation, climb stairs, and reach with hands and arms.
Frequently lift or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to meet the position's vision requirements, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
Ability to wear company-designated personal protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual ability, including the ability to read and write English.

Responsibilities

Document and communicate information, including pass-downs to Supervisors and the Department Director.
Assist the Supervisor with scheduling assignments for team members.
Perform and guide team members in general warehouse housekeeping.
Coach and train new and existing employees.
Conduct plant security checks and provide related training as required.
Train and assist at the scale house with inbound and outbound traffic and freight.
Follow established quality, sanitation, and safe-work procedures.
Create pick tickets, Bills of Lading (BOLs), and related documents in X3.
Provide department status updates on shipments and orders.
Validate orders at month end.
Load trucks, stock the warehouse floor, and maintain returned products, pallets, and shelving.
Maintain pallet stability by stacking and shrink-wrapping products as needed.
Prepare goods for shipment into freight or designated locations.
Pick and audit orders using order sheets to build loads for transport, bulk, or route trucks.
Complete daily forklift inspection reports and maintain records onsite.
Scan and upload information in a timely manner.
Report product discrepancies to the Supervisor or Department Director.
Examine and inspect containers, materials, and products to ensure packaging specifications are met.
Assist with or coordinate the fumigation process.
Evaluate designated team members and maintain performance documentation.
Track, log, and distribute packages and mail throughout the plant.
Assist or coach team members with Cycle Counting and Physical Inventory.
Promote a safety-first culture by following safety rules, including Lockout/Tagout, Confined Space, Fall Protection, and Hazard Communication requirements.
Report near misses, injuries, and incidents to the Shift Supervisor, Production Supervisor, or Leads.
Perform other duties as assigned.