Warehouse Lead - 1st Shift

GXO Logistics•Midlothian, TX

About The Position

The Warehouse Lead oversees an assigned team and area in the warehouse to keep operations running smoothly and help provide exceptional daily solutions for customers. The role coordinates operational processes, inventory, order fulfillment, employee assignments and development, warehouse documentation, customer service, and safety and policy compliance. The lead also supports warehouse management and helps resolve order and inventory issues. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. It requires frequent lifting up to 50 pounds, occasional lifting over 75 pounds, working at elevated heights on a reach truck or cherry picker, prolonged standing and continuous walking, handling objects, physical movements such as bending and pushing, and tolerating hot and cold environments.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience in a warehouse environment.
At least 1 year of SAP experience.
Experience with Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) and handheld scanners.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and more than 75 pounds occasionally.
Ability to take a reach truck or cherry picker to a height of 23 feet or more.
Ability to routinely carry objects 3–5 feet weighing up to 50 pounds.
Ability to stand for prolonged periods of more than 4 hours.
Ability to walk continuously for more than 10,000 steps (4–5 miles) per day.
Ability to bend, stoop, squat, twist, push, and pull objects of various shapes and sizes in team lifts.
Ability to tolerate hot and cold work environments.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Availability to work a flexible schedule as needed, including planned and unplanned overtime, which may include weekends.
At least 1 year of experience as a supervisor.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Skills in inventory control and cycle counting.

Responsibilities

Oversee operational processes to maintain correct inventory levels and complete orders accurately and on time.
Review workload and assign tasks to employees.
Train and coach the warehouse team, provide developmental opportunities, and recommend performance improvement actions as needed.
Use the warehouse management system correctly and maintain appropriate work documents.
Establish, maintain, and promote exceptional customer service.
Interpret and enforce company policies and safety procedures to ensure compliance.
Safely operate various equipment and tools.
Provide support and backup to warehouse management.
Track orders and investigate problems.
Catalog and track goods and supplies.
Maintain a clean environment in accordance with the 7S program.
Work safely to protect yourself and team members.