Warehouse Lead- 2nd Shift

Bob's Discount Furniture•Macon, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Lead directs hourly associates and supports daily operations at Bob's Discount Furniture's on-site distribution center in Macon, Georgia. The role assigns work according to shift priorities and production targets, monitors team productivity and accuracy, and provides coaching and redirection. The lead also performs warehouse tasks alongside the team, trains associates, enforces safety practices, and coordinates with management across Receiving, Putaway, and Shipping. The position is assigned to a fixed day, evening, or overnight shift based on operational needs, with at least 40 hours per week and additional hours as needed. Weekend and holiday availability may be required. The work takes place on the distribution center floor, with exposure to variable temperatures, ambient noise, and machine and material-handling traffic.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent warehouse experience.
At least 1–2 years of warehouse experience and demonstrated ability to direct others' work, formally or informally.
Ability to operate an RF scanner and standard warehouse material-handling equipment.
Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends.
Ability to pass a physical assessment with push/pull requirements up to 250 pounds.
Strong verbal communication and ability to engage with associates across varying experience levels.
Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, pull, climb, balance, and crouch as needed throughout the distribution center.
Ability to move throughout all areas of the distribution center consistently during the shift.
Ability to lift, push, or pull items weighing up to 250 pounds and assist in moving large furniture, with or without reasonable accommodations.
Ability to stand or walk for extended periods.
Comfort working at heights up to 40 feet when applicable to equipment-operator roles.

Nice To Haves

Equipment Operator certification.
Prior formal lead or supervisory experience in a distribution center or warehouse.
Experience in furniture, home goods, or high-volume retail distribution.
Basic computer skills and working knowledge of WMS or RF scanning systems.

Responsibilities

Assign daily tasks to Equipment Operators and Material Handlers based on shift priorities and production targets communicated by management.
Monitor team productivity and accuracy throughout the shift and provide real-time feedback, coaching, and redirection as needed.
Operate an RF scanner and warehouse equipment to support the team and maintain operational flow.
Perform putaway, picking, and relocation tasks alongside the team as needed.
Train new associates on procedures, safety expectations, and equipment operation protocols.
Enforce safety rules and immediately report hazardous conditions to management.
Coordinate with management across Receiving, Putaway, and Shipping to support cross-functional work and task completion.
Report problems, issues, and process gaps to management promptly.
Maintain a positive, accountable team environment consistent with Bob's core values.
Support management with special projects, new procedures, and process improvements.
Perform other duties as assigned.