Warehouse Lead

DWYER INSTRUMENTS, LLC•Grandview, MO

13d•$25 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Lead oversees daily warehouse operations in a manufacturing environment, ensuring efficient material flow, inventory accuracy, and compliance with safety and quality standards. The role supports production by coordinating inbound and outbound logistics, supervising warehouse staff, and maintaining organized storage practices. Work is primarily conducted on the shop floor in a very fast-paced environment. Duties and responsibilities may change or be assigned at any time by the Manager. The position is at-will and the job description does not constitute a contract of employment.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
2–5 years of warehouse experience in a manufacturing environment.
At least 1 year of leadership or supervisory experience.
Strong knowledge of inventory control and warehouse operations.
Ability to operate material handling equipment.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds regularly.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift for extended periods.
Ability to work in varying temperatures typical of warehouse environments.

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification.
Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement practices.
Familiarity with ERP or Warehouse Management Systems (WMS).
OSHA safety training or certification.
Familiarity with 5S principles.

Responsibilities

Lead and coordinate receiving, storage, picking, packing, and shipping of materials and finished goods.
Ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials to production lines.
Monitor inventory and maintain accuracy through cycle counts and audits.
Train, mentor, and support warehouse team members in meeting performance and safety expectations.
Enforce company policies, safety procedures, and regulatory requirements, including OSHA standards.
Collaborate with production, shipping, and quality teams to support smooth operations.
Identify process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize space utilization.
Operate and oversee warehouse equipment, including forklifts, scales, and pallet jacks.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe warehouse conditions, with 5S principles preferred.
Assist in scheduling and assigning daily tasks to warehouse personnel.
Help employees understand policies and procedures and bring concerns or violations to a supervisor.
Maintain effective dialogue with employees to foster good morale.
Perform other duties assigned by the supervisor.
Monitor performance metrics including inventory accuracy, order-picking accuracy, cycle-count accuracy, on-time material delivery to production, inventory adjustments, root-cause resolutions implemented, training, and ERP transaction accuracy.