Warehouse Lead- 1st Shift

Bob's Discount Furniture•Macon, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Lead is a front-line leadership role guiding and directing Equipment Operators and Material Handlers across assigned functional areas of a distribution center. The Lead provides operational leadership across receiving, putaway, replenishment, and shipping as business needs dictate. Serving as a direct link between hourly employees and management, the Lead assigns tasks, supports accurate and timely work, and helps ensure the team follows safety and company culture standards. This is an on-site position at Bob's Discount Furniture's distribution center in Macon, Georgia. The role 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. The work takes place on the distribution center floor and includes variable temperatures, ambient noise, and ongoing machine and material-handling traffic. The position involves regular collaboration with DC leadership, hourly employees, and support functions, in person and through digital platforms.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent warehouse experience.
At least 1–2 years of warehouse experience, with 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 lbs.
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 lbs 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.
Strong verbal communication and ability to engage with associates across varying experience levels.
Ability to direct, motivate, guide, and hold hourly associates accountable respectfully and consistently.
Ability to communicate expectations clearly and escalate issues promptly.
Ability to identify issues and work with management to find timely solutions.
Adaptability to shift team focus across functional areas as operational priorities change.
Commitment to modeling and enforcing safe behavior.

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 management’s production targets.
Monitor team productivity and accuracy, providing real-time feedback, coaching, and redirection as needed.
Operate RF scanners and warehouse equipment as needed to support the team and operational flow.
Perform putaway, picking, and relocation work alongside the team as needed.
Train new associates on procedures, safety expectations, and equipment operation protocols.
Enforce safety rules and promptly 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 in a timely manner.
Maintain a positive and accountable team environment consistent with Bob's core values.
Support management with special projects, new procedures, and process improvements.
Perform other duties as assigned.