Warehouse Shift Lead (2nd Shift)
About The Position
The Warehouse Shift Lead is responsible for warehouse shift functions at Suja Life, including shipping, receiving, and product put-away. The role ensures accurate data flow through the Suja Warehouse Management ERP system, NetSuite, and RF Smart by using reporting functions to monitor, adjust, and complete transactions. The lead works with Inventory, Procurement, and Logistics on scheduling and supporting efficient day-to-day operations. This role leads, trains, and motivates warehouse workers; oversees inventory and product movement; maintains safety and process compliance; and monitors warehouse performance and inventory through reports. The position operates in a food manufacturing environment that includes refrigerated and freezer areas down to -10°F, and requires regular movement and handling of materials and equipment. The schedule is 12:30 PM–9:00 PM, Tuesday through Saturday.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in a warehouse environment.
- At least 2 years of forklift operating experience.
- High school diploma or equivalent minimum education.
- Strong knowledge of inventory management processes and systems.
- Strong knowledge of warehouse management, ERP processes, and systems.
- Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, identify and address problems, meet deadlines, and stay within budget.
- Fluent English; excellent communication skills and a professional attitude when dealing with staff, coworkers, supervisors, buyers, and customers.
- Comfort using Microsoft Excel, Word, Teams, and Outlook.
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and attentive to deadlines and follow-up.
- Ability to adapt to changing direction and priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, leadership, conflict-resolution, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively, respond quickly to changing needs, prioritize tasks, and delegate when appropriate.
- Familiarity with moving palletized or binned goods between facilities, storage bays, racking systems, inventory control, and FIFO procedures.
- Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and compassion.
- Ability to work independently and maintain punctuality and consistency in job duties and standard procedures.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment involving multiple facilities, material-handling equipment, GMPs, and freezer/cold conditions down to -10°F.
- Ability to stand, sit, bend, lift up to 50 pounds, and push or pull up to 100 pounds in continuous motion.
- Ability to perform repetitive lifting, grasping, and material- or equipment-handling motions.
- Sufficient hand-eye coordination and dexterity to safely use warehouse tools, pallet jacks, and other equipment.
- Ability to safely operate manual and electric pallet jacks, forklifts if certified, and other warehouse machinery.
- Ability to tolerate constant movement, varying temperatures, loud environments, and occasional vibration.
Nice To Haves
- At least 2 years of warehouse or inventory management experience.
- Fluency in Spanish in addition to English.
Responsibilities
- Lead, train, and motivate warehouse workers to achieve productivity goals.
- Monitor inventory levels, maintain accurate records, and support timely replenishment.
- Coordinate and oversee receiving, storage, shipping, and product put-away.
- Ensure safety protocols are followed and maintain a clean, safe work environment.
- Identify operational improvements and implement strategies to enhance warehouse operations.
- Generate and analyze reports on warehouse performance and inventory levels.
- Operate a forklift as needed to support the team.
- Communicate warehousing, material-handling, and shipping requirements and ensure staff meet them.
- Ensure compliance with prescribed QMS, GMPS, and SOP processes.
- Ensure planned KPI efficiency and performance targets are met or exceeded.
- Enter data and complete transactions in a timely manner.
- Follow verbal and written instructions related to safety, equipment operation, and daily assignments.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Perform other assigned duties, including similar and incidental duties as required.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) match.
- Paid time off, including vacation, sick days, and holidays.
- Juice benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
