Warehouse Associate Lead

Forward Air Services•Irvine, CA

4d•$20 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Associate Lead is responsible for their departmental organization, scheduling of staff, and directing of the warehouse on a day-to-day work plan. This individual is responsible for contributing to warehouse safety, assignment accuracy, productivity levels, and facility maintenance. The Warehouse Associate Lead will assist in coordinating warehouse activities under the direction of the Supervisor or Manager.

Requirements

Ability to operate various types of equipment including manual pallet jack, electric pallet jack, etc.
Proficient experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Power Point and Excel
Strong attention to detail
Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with candidates and employees
Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal
Must be able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Ability to frequently lift up to 50 lbs
Must be able to work a flexible schedule
Organize and prioritize responsibilities and duties effectively

Responsibilities

Follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) to maximize warehouse efficiency
Support and implement the company’s initiatives to promote positive employee morale and team building
Enforce warehouse safety programs to provide a safe and clean work environment
Provide direction and motivation for the floor team to promote efficiency, quality, and accuracy
Monitor warehouse overtime
Assist in distributing work to associates to meet daily production goals
Assist in training for new hires and additional training for the team as needed
Identify and communicate safety hazards or incidents
Other duties as assigned