Warehouse Lead

Thorpe Specialty Services Corporation•North Salt Lake, UT

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Lead directs and coordinates the day-to-day activities of the warehouse team, ensuring the accurate and timely receipt, storage, and shipment of materials, tools, equipment, and supplies in support of Thorpe's field, shop, and project operations. This role provides hands-on leadership and training to warehouse associates, monitors inventory accuracy, and helps maintain a safe, organized, and efficient warehouse and yard, while performing warehouse duties alongside the team as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
2-3 years of warehouse experience required, including prior experience leading, training, or directing the work of others
Forklift certification required, or ability to obtain certification within a designated period after hire
Working knowledge of inventory or ERP systems (e.g., UKG, SAP, or similar), with basic computer and data entry skills
Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and motivate a team in a fast-paced warehouse environment
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and sound problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate clearly with warehouse staff, supervisors, and other departments
Ability to work flexible hours, including overtime or shift schedules, as business needs require
Valid driver's license may be required for certain locations
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Responsibilities

Assign, direct, and prioritize the daily work of warehouse associates, including receiving, picking/packing, shipping, and yard tasks
Train, mentor, and onboard new and existing warehouse associates on procedures, safety practices, and equipment operation
Oversee receipt, inspection, and verification of incoming shipments of materials, tools, equipment, and supplies against packing slips and purchase orders
Coordinate picking, packing, and staging of materials for shipment to job sites, shops, or other company locations, ensuring accuracy and on-time delivery
Monitor and maintain inventory accuracy using the company's inventory/ERP system, including leading cycle counts and periodic physical inventories
Investigate and resolve inventory discrepancies, damaged goods, and shipping/receiving issues, escalating to the Warehouse Supervisor as needed
Ensure proper organization, labeling, and storage of materials, and enforce good housekeeping practices throughout the warehouse and yard
Operate and train others on warehouse equipment (forklift, pallet jack, hand truck) safely and in accordance with company policy and manufacturer guidelines
Monitor team compliance with safety policies and procedures, and reinforce proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
Assist the Warehouse Supervisor with scheduling, timekeeping, and covering shifts to ensure adequate warehouse coverage
Perform other warehouse, yard, or shop duties as assigned