Warehouse Lead

BrightFarms•Lorena, TX

11h•Onsite

About The Position

BrightFarms is The Place to Grow! At BrightFarms, we’re on a mission to revolutionize the way leafy greens are grown. But we don’t just want to grow great tasting greens, we want them to do good as well: for the planet, for the health of people, and for the well-being of our employees. We give BrightFarmers the tools, training, support, and opportunities they need to do better for themselves and the world every day. Because when you do good for your people, they do good for the world. BrightFarms is a national leader in the booming indoor farming industry, transforming how produce is grown and delivered with its expanding network of eight high-tech, sustainable hydroponic farms. From seed to leaf we grow lettuce smarter, with less space, no pesticides and protected inside, so it’s better for the planet and way better for humans. BrightFarms' fresh lettuce options, from classic greens to crunchy mixes and salad kits, are available in more than 4,500 retail stores across the East Coast, Midwest, and South. Our Lorena, Texas farm is the largest and most advanced greenhouse in the state, delivering fresh, locally grown leafy greens to Texans year-round. Spanning nearly 480,000 square feet, this facility will produce approximately 6 million pounds of leafy greens annually.

Requirements

Experience operating powered equipment to load, unload and move materials.
Experience with computers and inventory control software
Knowledge of GDP/GWP
Demonstrate mechanical aptitude, problem solving and decision-making skills
Must be a team player and show attention to detail
Must be able to work with moderate supervision
Must be able to work in cold environments

Nice To Haves

Forklift certification
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Strong organizational and time management skills.
Great interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships with internal and external teams.
Computer skills, including full proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to input, retrieve, and analyze data.

Responsibilities

Lead and execute daily warehouse operations including shipping, receiving, staging, inventory movement, and finished goods flow
Act as a working Lead by actively participating in daily tasks while guiding team execution
Supervise the warehouse team to ensure daily plans and performance goals are met, providing real-time feedback and correcting issues as needed
Train and develop team members on operating procedures with a strong emphasis on safety, food safety, and quality standards
Ensure all materials are received, stored, staged, picked, wrapped, labeled, and shipped accurately
Maintain FIFO practices and full lot traceability across all materials and finished goods
Execute and monitor inventory transactions in real time within warehouse systems (e.g., NetSuite)
Perform and support inventory cycle counts, reconciliations, and root cause analysis for discrepancies
Maintain accurate records and ensure documentation meets company and regulatory requirements
Ensure safe dock operations, including trailer inspections, load conditions, and secure loading and unloading practices
Operate powered industrial equipment safely and enforce proper usage across the team
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment, including adherence to sanitation and housekeeping standards
Communicate and escalate safety, food safety, quality, inventory, or equipment issues immediately to leadership
Coordinate with cross-functional teams and 3PL partners to resolve issues and maintain operational flow
Support continuous improvement efforts by identifying gaps and helping implement process improvements