Warehouse Lead - Tehachapi, CA

Race Communications • California City, CA

13d • $43,680 - $52,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Lead oversees efficient warehouse operations and ensures accurate, timely handling of supplies and materials for internal and external distribution. The role coordinates the retrieval, packaging, and dispatch of items, and manages inventory transportation, sorting, and replenishment while maintaining inventory accuracy, warehouse productivity, and adherence to safety protocols. The position is primarily onsite in Tehachapi, California, with occasional travel to other Race offices or off-site locations. It serves as a first point of contact for warehouse staff but does not have direct supervisory responsibilities. The Lead may assist a reporting supervisor or manager on duty with task assignments, shift-break timing, transaction validation, and escalation of disciplinary or performance matters.

Requirements

• Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have a valid driver's license, subject to successful DMV verification.
• Forklift certification is required.
• One to two years of related warehouse operations experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of shipping procedures, inventory control practices, and proper handling methods.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English, the primary workplace language.
• Proficient in MS Office applications, including Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and teleconferencing applications.
• Functional use of common office equipment, computers, and office software.

Nice To Haves

• Spanish bilingual skills are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Transport incoming and outgoing materials using appropriate tools or vehicles.
• Inspect materials and products for quality.
• Sort and store materials according to inventory procedures.
• Conduct physical inventory counts and replenish stock.
• Pick, pack, and ship materials and products; process shipping packages and returned merchandise.
• Maintain a safe and clean working environment and assist with warehouse sanitation.
• Participate in quality improvement efforts.
• Serve as the first point of contact for warehouse staff and maintain knowledge of shipping, receiving, and packing-room activities.
• Help warehouse staff meet department standards for productivity, reliability, and accuracy.
• Perform administrative tasks, including reports and correspondence; assist with inventory control and maintain working knowledge of operating systems in the work area.
• Follow safety programs and complete required safety training.
• Support identification of training needs, professional development, onboarding, and mentoring of team members.
• Support team members on team matters and help foster open communication, address minor conflicts, and escalate issues as needed.
• Help ensure team members have necessary tools and resources, track progress toward goals, and provide status updates as requested.
• Assist with compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• When assisting the reporting supervisor or manager on duty, coordinate task assignments and shift breaks, validate mid-level transactions, and escalate disciplinary or performance matters.
• Adhere to team procedures and guidelines and the Race Communications Employee Handbook.
• Perform other duties as necessary or required.

Benefits

• 100% company-paid medical and dental insurance, starting the first day of the month following the start date.
• PTO, including vacation and sick leave.
• 11 paid holidays.
• Paid birthdays.
• 401(k) matching at 4%.
• Free fiber internet service for employees living in the company's service area.
• Growth potential, including promotions and new challenges.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed