Warehouse Lead

DAHER•Sandpoint, ID

8d•$28 - $35•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Lead is responsible for overseeing daily operations within the stockroom, shipping and receiving, and expediting functions to ensure the efficient flow of materials throughout the manufacturing environment. This role serves as a key liaison between warehouse operations and production teams, ensuring materials are available when needed to support manufacturing schedules and customer commitments. The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, logistics, and manufacturing processes, preferably within an aerospace or aircraft manufacturing environment. This individual will lead and develop warehouse personnel while promoting safety, quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
Minimum 5 years of experience in warehouse, inventory control, logistics, or manufacturing operations.
Minimum 2 year of leadership, supervisory, or team lead experience.
Strong understanding of warehouse operations, inventory management, and material flow.
Experience in an assembly-line manufacturing environment.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods; comfortable working in a warehouse environment with varying temperatures.

Nice To Haves

Experience in aerospace or aircraft manufacturing.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement practices.
Experience leading Stockroom, Shipping & Receiving, or Expediting teams.
Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
Experience with cycle counting, inventory audits, and warehouse management systems.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily operations of the stockroom, shipping and receiving, and expediting teams.
Coordinate material flow to support manufacturing and production schedules.
Ensure timely receipt, storage, movement, and issuance of materials and parts.
Oversee inventory accuracy through cycle counting, audits, and inventory control processes.
Monitor shipping and receiving activities to ensure compliance with company procedures and customer requirements.
Lead expediting efforts to resolve material shortages and minimize production disruptions.
Collaborate with Production, Planning, Procurement, Quality, and Engineering teams to support operational goals.
Establish priorities and assign work to warehouse personnel to meet business needs.
Train, coach, and develop team members while promoting accountability and professional growth.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company policies, and industry standards.
Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) including inventory accuracy, on-time delivery, receiving performance, and warehouse efficiency.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on process efficiency, inventory management, and material flow.
Support ERP/MRP system transactions and ensure data integrity.
Identify and implement best practices for warehouse organization, material handling, and inventory control.
Lead Responsibilities will be assigned
Other duties may be assigned