Warehouseperson, Lead

DB Cargo AG • Wichita, KS

345d

About The Position

This is a lead level position responsible for loading and unloading freight accurately, inventory control, rotation and inspection, and other warehouse-related duties. The role involves assisting the Supervisor and Manager in maintaining the operations of the warehouse facility by acting as the lead liaison and point of contact between the Warehouse Manager and assigned areas of the warehouse. The individual will provide direction to warehouse employees while performing individual warehouse responsibilities in a specific functional area.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 4-6 years of experience preferred.
• Familiarity with OSHA regulations.
• Ability to operate a variety of equipment such as a forklift and a computer.
• Strong organizational, inventory, and accounting skills.
• Physical ability to push, pull, and lift varying weights up to 50+ lbs.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate forklift and other material handling equipment (MHE) including sit down, reach truck, cherry picker, layer pick, etc.
• Load and unload inbound and outbound containers and sort according to size of freight and destination.
• Read, decode, and decipher freight coding in order to expedite freight movement and tracing process.
• Reconcile driver pickup and delivery manifests.
• Label, weigh, and dimensionalize freight.
• Perform cleanup activities in the work area to ensure safety and cleanliness of dock.
• Record damaged shipments and misrouted freight on applicable reports.
• Communicate workload needs and partner with Warehouse Supervisor.
• Determine daily tasks, workloads and coordinate staffing accordingly in conjunction with Warehouse Supervisor.
• Delegate warehouse tasks in assigned area in conjunction with Warehouse Supervisor.
• Identify system or process issues and communicate those to Warehouse Supervisor.
• Coordinate trucking transportation in and out of the warehouse.
• Maintain quality standards for warehouse storage and service including communication to internal and external customers.
• Maintain and ensure a safe working environment.
• Complete other duties or tasks as assigned.
• Provide training to other warehouse personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Rail Transportation
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees