Warehouse Lead

Williams-Sonoma•Arlington, TX

17d•Onsite

About The Position

The Warehouse Lead supports the Operations Manager/General Manager by leading associates in In-Bound (IB), Out-Bound (OB), Picking, and Put-Away activities. The role helps ensure daily departmental goals are achieved with minimal supervision and is based onsite at the Arlington, Texas distribution center. The stated work schedule is Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. The Lead communicates business information through floor presence, coordinates with other department Leads and Operations Managers, and helps direct resources as needed. The position trains and directs associates, manages floor workflow and priorities, monitors productivity and quality, and researches and resolves operational issues. The role also supports a safe working environment and may perform other warehouse duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
At least 1 year of leadership experience.
Basic knowledge of Receiving, Replenishment, Picking, Shipping, Inventory Control, Profiling, and Waving.
Working knowledge of Excel, Pick Ticket Management System (PKMS), Radio Frequency Scanner (RF Scanner), and AS400.
Ability to multitask and be extremely detailed in written and verbal communications and documentation.
Knowledge of basic math, including addition and subtraction.
Ability to take initiative and work with minimal direction.
Excellent attendance and willingness to be part of a team.
Availability to work overtime and flexible schedules.
Availability to work in various departments and buildings as needed.
Ability to bend, reach, squat, and climb stairs or ladders.
Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
Comfort walking or standing 90% of the day.
Comfort elevating on an Order Picker (OP) and Swing Reach (SW) to 35 feet.

Nice To Haves

At least 1 year of forklift driving experience with Order Picker (OP), Reach Truck (RT), Swing Reach (SW), and Dock Stocker (DS).
At least 2 years of leadership experience in a distribution or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Share business information through floor presence.
Work with other department Leads and Operations Managers to assist with and trade resources when necessary.
Suggest improvements to current techniques.
Train and direct a team of associates to achieve departmental production goals and support customer delivery.
Control floor workflow and prioritize team goals to ensure deadlines are met.
Track productivity, research and resolve issues, and provide feedback on productivity- and quality-related performance.
Maintain a safe working environment.
Perform other warehouse duties as assigned.