Warehouse Lead

Yusen Logistics•Compton, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of a supervisor or manager, the Warehouse Lead coordinates workers engaged in lifting, transporting, storing, and loading materials and products using conveyors, industrial trucks, or manual handling. The role directly oversees a small number of employees in a designated warehouse area and may perform warehouse worker duties when required. The Lead carries out responsibilities in accordance with organizational policies and safety rules, meeting performance goals and minimum standards while supporting training, work assignments, workflow, and associate movement according to business needs. The role also addresses or escalates complaints and resolves minor problems with management assistance. Work is primarily performed in a warehouse or industrial setting. It involves prolonged standing and walking, frequent physical activity, regular material handling, and exposure to varying temperatures, noise, dust, odors, and moving machinery or vehicles. Appropriate personal protective equipment must be used. Regular, punctual attendance and compliance with safety policies are required; overtime or variable shifts may occur.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of related experience is preferred.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Ability to lift or move up to 50 pounds regularly; heavier loads may require assistance or equipment.
Ability to comply with company safety policies and use required personal protective equipment.
Regular, punctual attendance; overtime or variable shifts may be required.

Responsibilities

Coordinate Material Handlers to use their time efficiently and meet production, quality, sanitation, and customer service standards.
Coordinate product flow with management and ensure safety precautions are followed.
Enforce schedules and estimated labor hours for effective completion of daily assignments.
Report assigned teams’ compliance with operational standards and initiatives.
Participate in recommending Kaizen activities to improve operations.
Perform the activities of supervised workers when required and complete other duties as assigned.
Directly oversee a small number of employees in the designated warehouse area.
Meet goals and minimum performance standards; train employees; assign and direct workflow and associate movement based on business needs.
Address and elevate complaints and resolve minor problems with management assistance.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and report hazards promptly.